National Weather Service issues Red Flag Warning across DMV

WASHINGTON ( DC News Now ) — The National Weather Service () issued a Red Flag Warning across the DMV on Friday. This comes after weather conditions are forecasted to be dry with low humidity throughout the day.

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The warning was placed as these weather conditions can contribute to the rapid spread of fires.

What is a Red Flag warning?

According to the NWS, a Red Flag Warning is when critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will begin. The warming is issued when a combination of strong winds, low relative humidity and warm temperatures can increase the risk of a fire.

Officials said if you are allowed to burn in your area, all burn barrels must be covered with a weighted metal cover with no holes no larger than 3/4 of an inch.

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During the warning, the NWS said to no throw cigarettes or matches out of a moving vehicle that may ignite dry grass on the side of the road.

Extinguish all outdoor fires properly and drown fires with plenty of water.

The NWS said to never leave a fire unattended because sparks can blow into leaves or grass, ignite a fire and quickly spread.

The NWS said it was issued for parts of northern Virginia and Maryland and the eastern part of West Virginia. The warning will remain in effect from noon to 6 p.m. in Washington, D.C. and the following locations: