Special Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Burlington, VT
Issued by NWS Burlington, VT
194 WWUS81 KBTV 142108 SPSBTV Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Burlington VT 408 PM EST Thu Nov 14 2024 NYZ028-031-034-035-151100- Eastern Clinton-Western Clinton-Western Essex-Eastern Essex- Including the cities of Champlain, Plattsburgh, Dannemora, Ellenburg, Lake Placid, Newcomb, Port Henry, and Ticonderoga 408 PM EST Thu Nov 14 2024 ...ELEVATED RISK FOR FIRE SPREAD ON FRIDAY... The combination of prolonged dry weather, northerly winds up to 20 mph with locally higher gusts, relative humidity values between 25 and 35 percent, and dry fuels will contribute to an elevated risk of fire spread on Friday for portions of eastern New York, including the western Champlain Valley. An emergency statewide burn ban is in effect until November 30th for New York. No burn permits will be issued at this time. Use extra caution if handling any potential ignition sources, such as machinery or matches, and ensure to properly extinguish or dispose cigarette butts. $$