Special Weather Statement

Locations Affected

New York, NY ∙ Yonkers, NY ∙ New Rochelle, NY ∙ Mount Vernon, NY ∙ Hempstead, NY ∙ White Plains, NY ∙ Montauk Airport, NY ∙ Russell Gardens, NY ∙ West Hempstead, NY ∙ Plainview, NY

Full Alert Message

Special Weather Statement National Weather Service New York NY 711 PM EST Sat Nov 9 2024 ...ELEVATED RISK FOR FIRE SPREAD ON SUNDAY... Southwest winds gusting to 15 to 20 mph, relative humidity as low as 30 to 40 percent, and dry fuels will contribute to an elevated risk of fire spread Sunday afternoon for all of Southeast New York. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. Use extra caution if handling any potential ignition sources, such as machinery or matches, and ensure to properly extinguish or dispose cigarette butts.

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