Special Weather Statement issued March 21 at 8:51AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Despite diminishing winds, the combination of low relative humidity values between 15 to 20 percent, northwest to northerly winds of 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph, and dry fuels will again result in an increased fire danger for portions of southwest Virginia and southeast West Virginia.
Residents are urged to exercise caution handling any potential ignition source...including machinery...cigarettes...and matches.
Be sure to properly discard all smoking materials. Any dry grasses and tree litter that ignite will have the potential to spread quickly.
Virginia residents are reminded that open-air burning is prohibited before 4 pm every day through April 30th.

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