Dry Conditions Raise Fairfield County Fire Risks

FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for Fairfield County on Wednesday due to increased risk of the growth and spread of fire.

Weather conditions could promote the spread and growth of brush fires in Fairfield County on Wednesday.
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Joe Jenkins

04/15/2015 2:30 p.m.

Dry conditions with low humidity will spread across the region coupled with northern winds gusting up to 25 mph.

Residents throughout Fairfield County are reminded to take extra caution when dealing with outdoor burning or discarding of smoking materials while around dry fuel sources.

A brush fire has already been reported in Montrose in Westchester County, N.Y.

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