Pennsylvania red flag warnings
There are no red flag warnings in Pennsylvania right now. The last one was issued on November 16, 2024.
Warm temperatures, very low humidity and strong winds will allow any fire to spread rapidly.
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Active red flag warnings in Pennsylvania
None right now. Other active alerts in Pennsylvania: none.
Red Flag Warnings in Pennsylvania by year
Pennsylvania averaged 4 red flag warnings per year from 2016 to 2025. The most recent was issued on November 16, 2024.
Counties with the most red flag warnings
| County | 2016โ2025 |
|---|---|
| Bucks County | 13 |
| Delaware County | 13 |
| Philadelphia County | 13 |
| Montgomery County | 13 |
| Chester County | 12 |
| Northampton County | 12 |
| Lehigh County | 12 |
| Berks County | 12 |
| Carbon County | 11 |
| Luzerne County | 11 |
What a red flag warning means
A red flag warning means critical fire weather conditions are occurring or will develop shortly. Fires that start, whether from a spark, a cigarette or equipment, can grow quickly and become difficult to control. Burn bans are often in effect during red flag warnings.
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What to do
- Avoid outdoor burning and anything that can create sparks.
- Do not park on dry grass; hot exhaust systems can ignite it.
- Have an evacuation plan and a go-bag if you live near wildland areas.
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