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Special Weather Statement issued October 29 at 2:56PM EDT by NWS Albany NY, United States of America
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The combination of dry fuels, gusty northwest winds up to 25 to 35
mph, and minimum relative humidity values of 40 to 50 percent
will contribute to an elevated risk of fire spread on Friday across
northwest Connecticut. The lowest relative humidity and strongest
wind gusts are expected during the late morning to mid afternoon
hours on Friday.
Use extra caution if handling any potential ignition sources such
as machinery or matches, and ensure to properly extinguish or
dispose of cigarette butts.
Measurements
| Coordinates | 39.9645, -100.8105 |
|---|---|
| Region | Northern Litchfield; Southern Litchfield |
| Location Precision | country |
| Issuing Authority | United States of America — us-noaa-nws-en |
| Cap Urgency | Expected |
| Cap Certainty | Observed |
| Cap Expires | 2026-10-30T06:15:00-04:00 |
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Area as the agency stated it: Northern Litchfield; Southern Litchfield
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