Washington woke up cool and breezy on Saturday, March 28, with upper‑30s chill and a stiff northwest wind already whistling through the city. A Special Weather Statement is in effect, warning that drying fine fuels and gusty winds could turn even a tiny spark into a fast‑moving wildfire between about 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Afternoon Gusts And Fire Risk
Forecasters say relative humidity may drop into the mid‑teens to mid‑20s while northwest gusts push roughly 20 to 30 mph, a combo that can help small ignitions spread in a hurry. The toughest stretch is expected between about 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. today, March 28. The National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington flagged the special statement and urged extra caution with cigarettes, machinery, and any outdoor…..