Due to the moderate to severe drought across much of the area, outdoor fires are not recommended, and extra care needs to be taken with any type of outdoor ignition sources, fire could catch and spread rapidly!

The National Weather Service issued another red flag warning for Connecticut Saturday as gusty winds and low humidity trigger an increased risk of brush fires.

After powerful winds and low humidity fueled the spread of the Mountain Fire, forecasters lifted a Red Flag warning over the area of the devastating Ventura County blaze Friday as weather conditions improve.