One product issued by NWS for: South Cairo NY
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Albany NY 619 PM EST Sat Nov 9 2024 NYZ048-049-051>054-058>061-063>066-101100- Western Schenectady-Eastern Schenectady-Western Albany- Eastern Albany-Western Rensselaer-Eastern Rensselaer- Western Greene-Eastern Greene-Western Columbia-Eastern Columbia- Western Ulster-Eastern Ulster-Western Dutchess-Eastern Dutchess- 619 PM EST Sat Nov 9 2024 ...ELEVATED RISK FOR FIRE SPREAD SUNDAY... The combination of recent dry weather, southerly winds gusting to 15 to 20 mph, relative humidity values dropping to 30 to 40 percent, and dry fuels will contribute to an elevated risk of fire spread Sunday afternoon for portions of eastern New York, including the eastern Catskills, Capital District, Mid-Hudson Valley, and the Taconics. Any outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. Use extra caution if handling any potential ignition sources, such as machinery or matches, and ensure to properly extinguish or dispose cigarette butts. Please refer to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation web site for information on burn restrictions. $$