Red Flag Warning Issued for Southeast Georgia Counties Through Sunday Evening

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Jacksonville FL has issued a Red Flag Warning for portions of Southeast Georgia. This alert is triggered by the combination of critically low humidity and strong northwesterly surface winds, which pose a significant risk for wildfire activity.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions in Georgia:

• Pierce County
• Brantley County
• Inland Camden County
• Coastal Camden County
• Northern Ware County

What You Should Do

A Red Flag Warning indicates that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or are imminent. Residents in the affected areas should exercise extreme caution. The combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior. Monitor local forecasts for updates and follow any instructions from local fire officials.

Expected Conditions

Weather conditions in the warning area are expected to include:

• Winds: Northwesterly winds between 15 and 25 mph, with gusts reaching up to 35 mph.
• Relative Humidity: Levels dropping as low as 20 percent.
• Temperatures: Highs reaching up to 68 degrees.
• Environmental Factors: Ongoing severe to extreme drought conditions are present, which may exacerbate the spread of new or existing wildfires.

Timeline

The Red Flag Warning is in effect from 1:00 PM EST this afternoon until 9:00 PM EST this evening, Sunday, February 22. Additionally, Fire Weather Watches remain posted for the broader area from Monday afternoon through Monday evening.