Happy Friday folks! I hope you’ve been having a great day, and are excited for a pleasant weekend ahead. We’ve seen a few drops of rain here and there, according to some viewer’s reports to the newsroom, however, most admitted it was nothing to write home about. Sorry folks…I know, I’d like more rain too.
It’s looking to be a warm weekend with temperatures right around average this time of year. Highs will be in the mid to upper 70s both days with some locations a chance at seeing 80 degrees. Winds will continue to be breezy tomorrow, with max gusts around 25 mph for most locations. It’s not enough to knock out the power, but it is enough to mess up your hair, so keep that in mind.
We will continue our dry streak through the weekend, BUT there is a glimpse of hope on the horizon. A tropical system next week in the Atlantic COULD bring us some decent rainfall by Tuesday. However, seeing as this system is so many days out, our confidence is not at a high level for it to come here. If it does, we could see some much needed rain, if not, we will continue to dry out even more than we are now.
On that note, due to warm temperatures, breezy winds, low humidities, and dry soils and fire fuels, we are still at a high risk for brush fires. If you see smoke off in the distance, report it to local authorities so they can deal with it, however they may see fit. Avoid burning debris, and don’t drive your car over dry grasses, as even your engine could spark a fire. Be smart and stay safe out there!
