A combination of dry and breezy conditions this afternoon will create an elevated risk of wildfire spread across all of Central Pennsylvania, including the Northern and Western Mountains and Susquehanna Valley. Minimum relative humidity today will range from 20 to 25 percent across much of the Central Ridge and Valley Region of the state with some places across South Central PA dipping into the upper teens (%).

Across the Northern and Western Mountains of the state, Min RHs will be in the upper 20s to around 30 percent. Westerly wind will increase and gust between 20 and 25 mph this afternoon. Residents are urged to exercise caution if handling any potential ignition sources, such as machinery, cigarettes, or matches. If dry grasses and tree litter begin to burn, the fire will have the potential to spread rapidly.

For more information about wildfire danger and wildfire prevention and education, please visit the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources website at http://dcnr.pa.gov/Communities/Wildfire.