Monday April, 9 2012

Nature: Red Flag Warning – Hazardous Fire Conditions

Address: State of Delaware

Red Flag Warning today….Monday, April 9, 2012 

The Indian River Volunteer Fire Company wishes to identify that the National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning.

Red Flag Warning -- A term used by fire-weather forecasters to call attention to limited weather conditions of particular importance that may result in extreme burning conditions. It is issued when it is an on-going event or the fire weather forecaster has a high degree of confidence that Red Flag criteria will occur within 24 hours of issuance.

Red Flag criteria occurs whenever a geographical area has been in a dry spell for a week or two, or for a shorter period, if before spring green-up or after fall color, and the National Fire Danger Rating System (NFDRS) is high to extreme and the following forecast weather parameters are forecasted to be met: 1) a sustained wind average 15 mph or greater 2) relative humidity less than or equal to 25 percent and 3) a temperature of greater than 75 degrees F.

In some states, dry lightning and unstable air are criteria.

Additional information may be obtained by viewing the following web pages:

(1) http://www.wgmd.com/?p=53211

 Red Flag Warning for Monday, April 9, 2012 

The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning effective from 10 a.m. today until 8 o’clock tonight for Sussex and Kent Counties.

Gusty winds and low relative humidity levels will once again create explosive fire growth potential.

Forecasters are asking everyone to avoid outdoor burning until further notice.

(2) http://www.wgmd.com/?p=53230

 NWS Issues Wind Advisory for DE Monday, April 9, 2012

The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for the Delaware beaches, inland Sussex and Kent and New Castle Counties from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Forecasters say winds will blow out of the west from 20 to 30-miles-per-hour with gusts up to 45-miles-per hour.

The strong winds could take down tree limbs and cause scattered power outages.

Motorists meantime should use extra caution, especially if you drive a high profile vehicle.

Light-weight outdoor objects such as patio furniture and garbage cans should be secured.