Danger Of Wildfire Is High Across Arkansas, Watch In Effect

KUAR | By The Associated Press

Published October 19, 2015 at 9:03 AM CDT

The National Weather Service says the danger of wildfire is high across Arkansas and a fire weather watch is in effect.

The Arkansas Forestry Commission has also declared a high to extreme fire danger in all of Arkansas.

A burn ban is in effect for all but far northern Arkansas and the weather service says outdoor burning is not recommended

The weather service says warm temperatures, southerly winds and low humidity mean fires can start easily and spread quickly.

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