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FIRE DANGER STATEMENT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE LAKE CHARLES LA
1152 AM CDT Fri Apr 10 2026

...ELEVATED FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS EXPECTED...

* AFFECTED AREA: Portions of central Louisiana north of HWY 190..


* TIMING: From 11 AM CDT until 7 PM CDT.

* 20 FOOT WIND: East to southeast between 10 to 15 mph with gusts
  up to 20 mph.


* RELATIVE HUMIDITY: As low as 30%.

* FUELS: Despite recent rainfall, fuels remain dry due to ongoing
  drought with KBDI values over 400.

* IMPACTS: Weather conditions will be favorable for erratic
wildfire growth and spread.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Outdoor activities that could inadvertently cause wildfires are
discouraged. Avoid parking vehicles or using welding or grinding
equipment near dry grass, brush, and weeds. Do not toss cigarette
butts on the ground.

Be sure to report wildfires quickly to the nearest fire
department or law enforcement office.

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