
The National Weather Service in Shreveport issued a Special Weather Statement alerting the public to the potential for weather conditions favorable for wildfire growth until 7pm tonight.
See the statement below:
ELEVATED FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS ARE EXPECTED FOR ALL OF OUR FOUR STATE REGION WHICH INCLUDES EXTREME SOUTHEAST OKLAHOMA, SOUTHWEST & SOUTH-CENTRAL ARKANSAS, EAST TEXAS, AND NORTHERN & CENTRAL LOUISIANA... Weather conditions will be favorable for wildfire growth. * TIMING: Until 7 PM Friday evening. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Afternoon minimums will range from 30 to 45 percent. * WIND: 10 to 15 mph sustained with higher gusts possible. * FUELS: Critically Dry. These conditions will support the spread of wildfires. Outdoor burning and activities that involve open sparks or flames are discouraged. Please report all wildfires to local law enforcement as soon as possible.
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