####018001505#### FNCA62 TJSJ 070827 RFDSJU PRZ014-015-018-027-072030- Fire Danger Statement National Weather Service San Juan PR 427 AM AST Fri Feb 7 2025 ...ELEVATED FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS ARE EXPECTED ACROSS SOUTHERN AND WESTERN PUERTO RICO TODAY... Fire spread remains a concern today across the southern coastal plains, southern hills, and western Puerto Rico due to dry soils, available fuels, and below-normal moisture levels. Satellite imagery shows a dry slot east of the region that will move in during peak heating hours, further lowering relative humidity to the low to mid-40s. Rainfall deficits persist, with some areas recording only 10-25% of their typical 30-day totals. While a few afternoon showers may develop over the southern hills and far southwestern Puerto Rico, they will not provide significant wetting rain. Skies will be mostly sunny to partly cloudy, with temperatures rising into the mid to upper 80s. Winds will range from 15-20 mph, with gusts reaching 25-30 mph. KBDI values remain above 550, highlighting ongoing dryness. Given these conditions, a Fire Danger Statement has been issued due to the elevated risk of fire spread. Fire and emergency officials should be aware that weather conditions are becoming more conducive for the ignition and spread of wildfires. Fire danger statements are issued when fire weather conditions are approaching, but not meeting or exceeding, Red Flag Warning criteria. $$