Arkansas Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 10/15/2026 11:33

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued October 15 at 1:33PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
October 15, 2026 - 11:33am
Expires: 
October 16, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description: 
A cold frontal passage across the state early Friday will promote strong north to northwest winds 15-20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph through the afternoon hours. Very dry fuels combined with afternoon minimum RH's dipping below 40 percent will promote an elevated fire weather concern. Please heed any burn bans by refraining from any outdoor burning.
Area Description: 
Pike; Clark; Hot Spring; Grant; Jefferson; Arkansas; Dallas; Cleveland; Lincoln
Forcast Office: 
NWS Little Rock AR
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov