Craven County, NC
Alerts
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In effect from Monday 04/20 3:06 AM EDT – Monday 04/20 8:00 PM EDT
Issued by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
The combination of dry fuels, gusty west to northwest winds, and low relative humidity will lead to an increased risk of wildfires this afternoon.
Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly.
A statewide burn ban issued by the North Carolina Forest Service is currently in place. Open burning of any kind is illegal.
Areas impacted
- Martin
- Pitt
- Washington
- Tyrrell
- Mainland Dare
- Greene
- Beaufort
- Mainland Hyde
- Duplin
- Lenoir
- Jones
- Pamlico
- Northern Craven
- Southern Craven
- West Carteret
- East Carteret
- Inland Onslow
- Coastal Onslow
- Northern Outer Banks
- Ocracoke Island
- Hatteras Island
Briefing
From the forecaster
Weekend Forecast
Created by the NWS Newport/Morehead City WFO
Unusually warm conditions will continue into this weekend with plenty of sunshine. On Sunday, a cold front will move through with breezy conditions and a round of showers and thunderstorms. Much cooler air arrives behind the front.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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