Alert Special Weather Statement until SUN 7:00 PM EDT Mar 22, 2026 Mar 22, 2026 Updated Mar 22, 2026 Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Increased Fire Danger Due to Breezy Winds and Low Humidity TodayWhat’s Happening:An increased fire danger is in effect from 10 AM to 7 PM EDT today. Breezy southwest winds and low relative humidity are contributing factors.Affected Areas:VirginiaWhat to Expect:Southwest wind gusts around 20 mphRelative humidity between 20% and 30%Temperatures in the 80sImpacts:Increased risk for rapid wildfire spreadPotential for fire ignition from dry grasses and tree litter Safety Tips:Properly dispose of cigarette butts and matches.Avoid operating equipment that could create sparks.Keep vehicles off dry grass.Obey local burn bans and refrain from open burning before 4 PM through April 30th. People are also reading… Former reality TV star Jessie Holmes repeats as champion of the grueling Iditarod sled dog race The future of fishing at Smith Mountain Lake could hinge on this decision How to vote early in Franklin County for Virginia redistricting amendment Review: Too many films inspire janky ‘Bride!’ Rocky Mount businesses to host pub crawl for St. Patrick's Day Franklin County proposes increasing real estate, meals taxes SML Gives Day raises nearly $400K for nonprofits in Franklin, Bedford counties ‘Broken public trust’: Community speaks out against board’s decision to close Stewartsville Roanoke airport accepting donations for TSA as partial shutdown continues Ferrum College wants former coach's discrimination lawsuit dismissed Osprey 10K and 5K return to Smith Mountain Lake State Park in April Franklin County School Board requests $8.9 million in additional funding Republicans leave out Trump while stumping against redistricting in Roanoke Iran hits Kuwaiti oil refinery; temperatures soar in Southwest | Hot off the Wire podcast Is modern life eroding our willingness to sacrifice for something greater? | The Ethical Life podcast When to Check Back:Monitor weather.gov or thefranklinnewspost.com/weather for updates.This weather alert was produced with AI assistance using National Weather Service data. Local Weather Get the daily forecast and severe weather alerts in your inbox! Sign up! * I understand and agree that registration on or use of this site constitutes agreement to its user agreement and privacy policy. Related to this story Most Popular Special Weather Statement until MON 7:00 PM EDT Increased Fire Danger This Afternoon Due to Gusty Winds and Low Humidity Special Weather Statement until SUN 11:30 PM EDT Increased Fire Danger Due to Gusty Winds and Low Humidity on Monday Special Weather Statement until MON 11:00 AM EDT Increased Fire Danger Due to Gusty Winds and Low Humidity This Monday Afternoon Special Weather Statement until MON 8:30 AM EDT Increased Fire Danger This Afternoon Due to Gusty Winds and Low Humidity Watch Now: Related Video A1 Minute! March 17, 2026: Court of Champions Bracket Challenge; Petersburg wins Class 3 state title; Virginia Women Veterans Week A1 Minute! March 13, 2026: Week in Virginia A1 Minute! March 13, 2026: Week in Virginia A1 Minute March 12, 2026: UVa Health creates new chief medical officer post A1 Minute March 12, 2026: UVa Health creates new chief medical officer post A1 Minute! March 12, 2026: Court of Champions; McAuliffe announces congressional campaign; Drive and dine for Women's Month A1 Minute! March 12, 2026: Court of Champions; McAuliffe announces congressional campaign; Drive and dine for Women's Month
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