Active AlertsHawley, PA

Red Flag Warning
Issued at Tue 10:54 AM Jun. 6
Issued by: National Weather Service
Recommended Action

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.

Description

* AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 038, 039, 040, 043, 044, 047,
048, AND 072. This includes Bradford, Susquehanna, Wayne,
Lackawanna, Luzerne, and Pike counties.

* TIMING...Through 8 PM this evening.

* WINDS...Northwest 15 to 20 mph, with gusts to 25 mph,
especially over the higher terrain.

* HUMIDITY...As low as 25 to 30 percent.

* LIGHTNING...Isolated thunderstorms with dry lightning may cause
fire starts.

* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.