November 1
A red flag warning has been issued for 12PM to 7PM today, Friday, November 1, in certain parts of NJ, including Summit.
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.
The NJ Forest Fire Service is reporting that fire danger is extreme today across all of NJ. Stage 3 fire restrictions remain in effect statewide, which prohibits all fires in wooded areas unless contained in an elevated stove using only propane, natural gas, gas, or electricity. No charcoal fires are allowed.
October 30
Due to the continued high fire risk and dry weather conditions across New Jersey, the City of Summit Fire Department is advising residents to refrain from using any type of fireworks, sparklers, or any open flames during the celebration of Diwali this week, as they can easily spark brush fires in these dry conditions. We thank you for your cooperation and respect of these restrictions to ensure public safety during the festive season.
Stage 3 Fire Restrictions remain in effect statewide in New Jersey, which prohibits all fires in wooded areas unless contained in an elevated stove using only propane, natural gas, gas, or electricity. No charcoal fires are allowed.
October 28
The City of Summit Fire Department is reporting several incidents of leaf fires in city storm sewers due to very dry weather conditions. Please refrain from throwing cigarettes or any other flammable materials in or near storm sewers.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is reporting a very high fire risk in northern New Jersey today, Monday, October 28. Stage 3 Fire Restrictions are in effect statewide, which prohibits all fires in wooded areas unless contained in an elevated stove using only propane, natural gas, gas, or electricity. No charcoal fires are allowed.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping to keep our community safe.