UPDATED: The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning from through 7 p.m.for the entire state.
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are expected or occurring. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and dry fuels will create a significantly elevated fire growth potential.
There is no burning allowed and be extremely careful to extinguish any fire materials.
Please report any fires immediately by dialing 911.
The forest fire danger is listed as extreme in Litchfield County, according to DEEP.
Fall fire season takes on some of the characteristics of both the spring and summer.
The public is reminded that falling leaves are dry but not quite cured.
In addition, the sun is getting lower and is diminishing in drying capacity, so fires can spread rapidly.
