Special Weather Statement issued January 29 at 2:17PM EST by NWS Raleigh NC
An increased fire danger remains in effect for all of central North Carolina until 6 pm this evening. Conditions are currently indicating relative humidity levels in the 19 to 25 percent range, with wind gusts of 25 to 35 mph. In fact, Red Flag conditions are presently observed in some locations along the northern and northwest Piedmont to northern Coastal Plain. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. Please refer to your local burn permitting authority on whether you can burn. If you do burn, use extreme caution and ensure that fire suppression equipment is readily available. Conditions will improve this evening as relative humidity levels increase and wind gusts subside.

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