One product issued by NWS for: Blowing Rock NC
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Blacksburg VA 128 PM EDT Tue Apr 21 2026 NCZ001>006-018>020-220300- Ashe-Alleghany NC-Surry-Stokes-Rockingham-Caswell-Watauga-Wilkes- Yadkin- Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Dobson, Danbury, Eden, Yanceyville, Boone, Wilkesboro, and Yadkinville 128 PM EDT Tue Apr 21 2026 ...INCREASED FIRE DANGER FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM WEDNESDAY FOR NORTHWEST NORTH CAROLINA... The combination of low relative humidity in the 20 to 25 percent range, ongoing drought conditions, and gusty winds will continue to dry out fuels. This will result in 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. Residents and visitors are urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers. Additionally, exercise caution if operating any equipment that could create sparks, and keep vehicles off of dry leaves and grass. A statewide burn ban issued by the North Carolina Forest Service is currently in place. Open burning of any kind is illegal. $$ PW