Fire danger risk continues, March 8

 

A similar fire danger statement has been issued for Accomack and Northampton Counties.

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Wakefield VA
533 AM EST Wed Mar 8 2023

MDZ021>025-090145-
Dorchester-Wicomico-Somerset-Inland Worcester-Maryland Beaches-
Including the cities of Cambridge, Salisbury, Crisfield,
Princess Anne, Snow Hill, and Ocean City
533 AM EST Wed Mar 8 2023

...Increased Fire Danger This Afternoon and Early This Evening...

Breezy and dry conditions are expected again today. North to
northwest winds will be gusty to 30 to 40 mph. Relative humidity
values will drop to around 30 percent across the lower Maryland
Eastern Shore. These winds and low relative humidity levels will
lead to an increased fire danger risk from midday today through
early this evening.

Residents are urged to exercise caution handling any potential
ignition source...including machinery... cigarettes...and matches.
Be sure to properly discard all smoking materials. Any dry
grasses and tree litter that ignite will have the potential to
spread quickly.