Elevated fire danger in Northeast Pennsylvania until Wednesday

The National Weather Service has issued a warning for elevated fire danger in Northeast Pennsylvania. This alert is in effect until 3 a.m. on Wednesday. The affected areas include Northern Wayne, Southern Wayne, Bradford, Susquehanna, Wyoming, Lackawanna, Luzerne, and Pike counties. The weather conditions contributing to this risk include dryness and strong winds. The humidity is expected to drop to around 25 percent. Wind gusts may reach between 20 to 30 mph on Wednesday afternoon. Residents should take precautions. They are advised to be careful when using potential ignition sources, such as machinery, cigarettes, and matches. If dry grasses and debris catch fire, the flames could spread quickly.