Weather alert for North Carolina until early Wednesday morning, says the NWS

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A report was issued from the NWS Raleigh NC on Tuesday at 2:26 p.m. for fire danger until Wednesday at 4 a.m. The alert is for Person, Granville, Vance, Warren, Halifax, Forsyth, Guilford, Alamance, Orange, Durham, Franklin, Nash, Edgecombe, Davidson, Randolph, Chatham, Wake, Johnston, Wilson, Stanly, Montgomery, Moore, Lee, Harnett, Wayne, Anson, Richmond, Scotland, Hoke, Cumberland and Sampson counties.

"Very dry air will remain across the area, with relative humidity values likely to decrease to minimums of 15 to 30% Wednesday. Additionally, westerly winds will strengthen and gust as high as 30 mph. An increased risk of wildfires and fire spread will result. 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," states the NWS.

This alert is in effect until Wednesday at 4 a.m.

Source: The National Weather Service

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This story was originally published April 21, 2026 at 2:30 PM.