Albany, NY – New York residents are urged to exercise caution as a Red Flag Warning is in effect today, highlighting increased wildfire risks due to dry, windy conditions. The warning spans from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and covers the Hudson Valley, Adirondacks, Catskills, and Mohawk Valley regions. State officials are reminding residents to avoid any outdoor burning and to follow local burn bans to prevent accidental fires.