Moderate Expected Observed Special Weather Statement Special Weather Statement issued October 21 at 2:25PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA Oct 21, 2:25 PM → Oct 21, 11:45 PM The combination of westerly winds of 15 mph, with gusts to 20 to25 mph, relative humidity levels between 25 and 30 percent, anddry fuels will lead to increased fire danger across most ofcentral and southern Virginia on Wednesday, from 11 am to 7 pm.Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged.Residents are urged to exercise caution handling any potentialignition source...including machinery... cigarettes...and matches.Be sure to properly discard all smoking materials. Any dry grassesand tree litter that ignite will have the potential to spreadquickly. Updated: Oct 21, 9:37 PM Source: NWS Alert