Jones County, NC
Alerts
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In effect from Tuesday 04/21 2:28 PM EDT – Wednesday 04/22 5:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
The combination of dry fuels, gusty southwest to west winds, and low relative humidity of about 20-30% late Wednesday morning into Wednesday evening will lead to an increased risk for the rapid spread of wildfires on Wednesday.
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
April 21st, 2026 Morning Update
Created by the NWS Newport/Morehead City WFO
Dry, cool day today with light winds. Warm up expected the second half of the week as dry conditions persist. Rain chances pick up for the weekend.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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