'Extremely Dangerous' Fire Weather Conditions In GA Forecast

'Extremely Dangerous' Fire Weather Conditions In GA Forecast

Georgia faces "extremely dangerous fire weather conditions," plummeting temperatures and the threat of rain all in a week.

Georgia is Under a Red Flag Warning Today: What is it and Why Does it Matter?

The National Weather Service in Peachtree City issued a Red Flag Warning for north and central Georgia on December 30 at 1:16 a.m. What’s Happening: The warning runs from noon to 7 p.m. today. The National Weather Service issued it because of gusty winds, low relative humidity, and dry fuels. What’s Important: Northwest winds are […] The post Georgia is Under a Red Flag Warning Today: What is it and Why Does it Matter? appeared first on The Geor…

Fire weather threats are up as the year comes to a close - 41NBC News

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Ample wind and low humidity is leading to an increased threat for fires around Middle Georgia heading into New Year’s Eve. This Evening It’s been a cool and windy day around the region and another frigid night is on deck, however the wind shouldn’t be quite as strong. Currently a Red Flag Warning is in effect until 7 PM EST due to these strong winds. Gusts will likely reach to around 15 mph overnight as sustained sp…

Forsyth County is under a Red Flag Warning. Here’s what that means

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Forsyth County through Tuesday evening.

Red Flag Warning Issued for Dade County Amid Dangerous Fire Conditions

A Red Flag Warning will be in effect for Dade County and other parts of Georgia today from noon until 7 p.m., as weather conditions create a heightened risk for wildfires. According to forecasters, elevated winds with gusts reaching up to 25 miles per hour, combined with low relative humidity, are expected to produce extremely dangerous fire weather conditions. These factors can cause fires to start easily and spread rapidly. Officials strongly …