Minimum relative humidity between 12 and 19 percent combined with southwest winds of 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph, will lead to an increased risk of wildfires today. Remember that under KY law, it is illegal to burn within 150 feet of any woodland or brushland between 6 AM and 6 PM during the Spring Fire Season that runs through April 30th. West Virginia law prohibits burning in the spring from 7AM to 5PM. March 1st through May 31st.

Gusty southwest winds and low humidities will linger into the evening. This will lead to an increased risk of wildfires through around sunset. Humidities will gradually increase through the evening and southwest winds will gradually slacken diminishing the wildfire threat. Remember that under KY law, it is illegal to burn within 150 feet of any woodland or brushland between 6 AM and 6 PM during the Spring Fire Season that runs through April 30th.

The combination of gusty southwesterly winds up to 25 mph and low relative humidities in the 20 percent range will lead to elevated fire risk this afternoon. Please refer to your local burn permitting authorities on whether you can burn today. Use extreme caution when burning as fires may get out of hand quickly in these conditions.

The combination of relative humidity values between 20 and 30 percent, south to southwest winds gusting up to 25 mph and low fuel moistures values will increase the potential for wildfires to spread quickly this afternoon. Residents and visitors are urged to exercise caution if handling open flames or equipment that creates sparks. Also, dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and other flammable items in appropriate containers. Keep vehicles off of dry grass and obey local burn bans. Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly. For more information about wildfire danger, burn restrictions, and wildfire prevention and education, please visit your state's forestry or environmental protection website.