Special Weather Statement

Locations Affected

Coal Grove, OH ∙ Athalia, OH ∙ Thurman, OH ∙ Kanauga, OH ∙ Burlington, OH ∙ Bartles, OH ∙ Bidwell, OH ∙ Ironton, OH ∙ Proctorville, OH ∙ Centerville, OH

Full Alert Message

Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Charleston WV 116 PM EDT Fri Mar 28 2025 ...ELEVATED FIRE DANGER THIS AFTERNOON AND EVENING... The combination of low relative humidity and gusty winds will create an increased risk for fire start and spread this afternoon and evening. We can expect relative humidity values as low as 25 to 35 percent, along with southwesterly winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts of 25 to 30 mph this afternoon. These conditions could lead to the rapid spread of any fires that do occur. Consult your local burn permitting authorities on whether you may burn outdoors today. Spring fire season for the state of Ohio is during the months of March through May. From March 1st through May 31th...all outdoor burning is prohibited between the hours of 6am and 6pm.

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