Special Weather Statement for Northern Litchfield; Southern Litchfield
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- Northern Litchfield, Southern Litchfield
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What is happening
The combination of dry fuels, gusty northwest winds up to 25 to 35 mph, and minimum relative humidity values of 40 to 50 percent will contribute to an elevated risk of fire spread on Friday across northwest Connecticut. The lowest relative humidity and strongest wind gusts are expected during the late morning to...
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The combination of dry fuels, gusty northwest winds up to 25 to 35 mph, and minimum relative humidity values of 40 to 50 percent will contribute to an elevated risk of fire spread on Friday across northwest Connecticut. The lowest relative humidity and strongest wind gusts are expected during the late morning to mid afternoon hours on Friday. Use extra caution if handling any potential ignition sources such as machinery or matches, and ensure to properly extinguish or dispose of cigarette butts.
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Special Weather Statement issued October 29 at 2:56PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Albany NY. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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