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Virginia Enters Fall Fire Season with Quiet Wildfire Activity Statewide
Wildfire activity across Virginia remains quiet with no significant fires burning as the Commonwealth begins its fall fire season.
Conditions and Outlook
No Red Flag Warnings or Fire Weather Watches are active across Virginia. Fire danger and significant fire potential remain low through the weekend, supported by light winds and moderate humidity. However, lingering drought conditions and increasing leaf litter mean any unattended open flame could spread quickly.
Burn Bans and Land Management
Hanover County enforces seasonal burn restrictions limiting open burning to between 4:00 PM and midnight through December 15. Fire restrictions also remain in place within a quarter-mile of the Appalachian Trail in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area.
What Residents Should Do
- Check local burn regulations and avoid open burning during dry or breezy conditions.
- Never leave debris burns or campfires unattended, and ensure coals are completely cold before departing.
- Report any unattended or rapidly spreading fires immediately to 911.