ATHENS CO, RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM THU, 11/19/2020, FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY, NO OUTDOOR BURNING

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect until 7 PM, Thursday, 11/19/2020.

  • Affected Area – NE Kentucky, SE Ohio
  • Winds – South 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
  • Relative Humidity – As low as 23 percent.
  • Impacts – Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. NO OUTDOOR BURNING!

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS:
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.