The latest Arkansas Forestry Division map, released March 20, shows the entire state is under a Moderate Risk for wildfire. The map is subject to change. | Arkansas Forestry Division
Although earlier this week Arkansas had some relief for burning conditions, all 75 counties on Friday, March 20, were under a Moderate Risk for wildfire danger.
Fires can start from accidental causes and, though they may not become serious, caution should be taken if burning outdoors.
Risk levels are determined by fuel conditions, drought status and long-term weather forecasts.
Winds of late have made conditions drier than normal.
According to a March 17 U.S. Drought Monitor map, drought conditions in the northern half of Clark County are under D3 Extreme Drought, the fourth-highest status and just under D4 Exceptional Drought. A large swath of Arkansas from the southwestern corner to the northeastern corner is under Extreme Drought conditions. The southern half of Clark County remains under D2 Severe Drought.
There is no hint of widespread rain in the foreseeable future.
Outdoor burning remains legal until county judges issue Burn Bans in their respective counties.
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