Special Weather Statement issued April 19 at 2:07PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
The combination of low relative humidity values between 25 and 30 percent and wind gusts up to 25 mph this afternoon is creating an elevated risk for fire spread. Conditions should moderate after sunset...winds diminishing after 8PM.
Until then, please exercise caution handling any potential ignition sources, including machinery, cigarettes, and matches.
Any fires that ignite will have the potential to spread quickly.
This forecast considers meteorological, fuel, and land conditions and has been developed in coordination with state fire and land management officials. Please comply with all state and local burn bans.

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