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Gusty Winds, Low Humidity Could Amplify Fire Danger

The National Weather Service has warned of an increased risk for fire spread across eastern Pennsylvania on Friday afternoon due to a combination of low relative humidity and gusty winds.

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Delaware River Basin Commission Considering Water Supply Emergency

The Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) is considering declaring a water supply emergency, as the region experiences persistent dry conditions, according to a press release.

Fire Breaks Out at Upper Saucon Compost Center

Fire departments from throughout the area responded to a brush fire that broke out at the Upper Saucon Township compost center in the 4400 block of Liberty Road Friday afternoon.

Red Flag Warning Issued for Gusty Winds, Low Humidity in Eastern PA

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds and low humidity across eastern Pennsylvania, including Northampton, Lehigh, Bucks, Carbon, Monroe and other counties. The warning is in effect from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday.

Drought Watch Issued for Lehigh Valley

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has issued a drought watch for parts of the state--including Northampton, Lehigh and Bucks counties--and is urging residents and businesses to voluntarily reduce water consumption by 5 percent.

High Wildfire Risk in Pennsylvania: DCNR

Despite heavy rain and flooding in parts of the state over the summer, the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is now urging residents to exercise caution when burning outdoors due to an increased wildfire risk.

Wildfire Risk Remains High Across Region

The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a warning for increased wildfire risk across much of eastern Pennsylvania and the surrounding region on Friday.

Lehigh Valley Braces for Early Morning Freeze

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a freeze warning for the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas from 2 to 9 a.m. Thursday.

Frost Advisory Issued for Eastern Pennsylvania

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a frost advisory for parts of eastern Pennsylvania, including Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe and Northampton counties, for Wednesday morning, Oct. 16.

Frost Advisory Issued for Lehigh Valley

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a frost advisory for the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas, including upper Bucks County, from midnight to 9 a.m. Tuesday.