Special Weather Statement 04/30/2025 05:43 for Delaware areas

There is an elevated risk for fire spread through early this evening across the state of Delaware. Minimum relative humidity values will drop to 20-30%. This will be accompanied by northwest winds of 10-15 mph with gusts upwards of 20 mph. These conditions, along with the continued drying of fine fuels, could support the rapid spread of any fires that ignite, which could quickly become difficult to control. The winds will diminish later this evening and the relative humidity will also increase. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. Be sure to properly extinguish or dispose of any potential ignition sources, including smoking materials such as cigarette butts. This forecast considers meteorological, fuel, and land conditions and has been developed in coordination with state fire officials.