Dry and gusty winds "will produce elevated to critical fire weather conditions" across portions of the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, according to the National Weather Service (NWS), with red flag warnings now in effect for states including North Carolina , Maryland , Virginia , as well as the District of Columbia.

Newsweek has reached out to NWS by email for more information on Sunday.

Why It Matters

Red flag warnings are issued by the NWS when local weather—specifically low humidity, strong winds, and dry fuels—could result in dangerous or even uncontrollable wildfires that pose risks to lives, property, and critical infrastructure.

While the East Coast sees fewer severe wildfires compared to the Western U.S., the issuance of red flag warnings highlights shifting wildfire p

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