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Red Flag Warning issued for central Pennsylvania | Weather Impact Alert

A Red Flag Warning has been issued due to an increased risk for fire spread this afternoon and evening.

PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Editor's note: The above video is from Oct. 27.

A FOX43 Weather Impact Alert has been upgraded to now include a Red Flag Warning that covers the area from noon until 7 PM Friday. 

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Per the National Weather Service, a Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring or are imminent due to wind gusts between 20 and 25+ mph, low relative humidity, and dry brush/fuel after lack of rain. Any fires that develop may quickly get out of control and become difficult to contain.

Credit: WPMT FOX43

Due to these critical fire weather conditions, outdoor burning is not recommended. Look to local officials for burn bans and restrictions in place. Here is a list of burn bans currently in effect in central Pennsylvania.

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