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PUBLIC INFORMATION STATEMENT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE NASHVILLE TN
503 AM CDT Fri Oct 13 2017

...Fire Weather/Fire Prevention Awareness Week Continues Today...

Fire weather/fire prevention awareness week continues today with
a look at red flag warning - extreme fire weather conditions.

In cooperation with federal and state land management agencies,
such as the Tennessee Department of Forestry, Cherokee National
Forest and Great Smoky Mountain National Park, the National
Weather Service will issue a red flag warning to highlight
extreme fire weather conditions.

Red flag warnings are issued whenever humidities are expected to
be very low, wind speeds high, and forest fuels, such as fallen
leaves and brush, are dry. These conditions together could result
in extreme fire behavior.

Thunderstorms with limited rainfall can also increase the threat
for wildfires. When forest fuels are dry, cloud to ground
lightning can ignite trees and brush to start forest fires.

It is important to be alert to the increased threat of wildfires
during red flag warning conditions, especially those whose homes
are in forested areas, or those planning on visiting area
forests. Keep in touch with local land management agencies about
possible burn bans and preparedness actions. Also, stay abreast
of the latest forecast from your National Weather Service by
listening to your noaa weather radio or your favorite radio and
tv stations.


The following are some debris burning safety tips to help protect
life and property from wildfires:

1. Before burning, always contact your local state fire
authorities.

2. Become familiar with burning laws and regulations. A state
issued burning permit is required from October 15th through May
15th.

3. Before you burn, remember to clear the ground of flammable
material at least 10 feet from the area to be burned.

4. Keep tools and water on hand while burning, and never leave a
fire unattended!!

The last topic during the fire weather/fire prevention week will
look at our spring and fall fire weather seasons.

For additional fire weather information, please go to the
following website: www.weather.gov/ohx/fireweather

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