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Despite recent rain and snow, drought and wildfire concerns remain
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Despite recent rain and snow, drought and wildfire concerns remain

  • New Hampshire faces ongoing wildfire risk as drought conditions persist statewide.
  • The January–March period was the sixth driest first quarter on record for New Hampshire.
  • Officials noted the burn ban last autumn was statewide due to severe conditions.
  • Most of New Hampshire remains forested, elevating wildfire risk in many areas.
  • Wildfire Awareness Week is set for April 19–25 to raise awareness statewide.
  • Homeowners in wildland-urban interfaces are at higher risk from fires.
  • Outdoor burning requires permits and must be allowed on safe days.
  • Open burning was a major wildfire cause last year.
  • State law limits outdoor fires to safe conditions with proper permits.
  • Drought monitoring notes 78% of the state under moderate to severe drought.
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Drought conditions raise risk of New Hampshire wildfires, officials say
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Drought conditions raise risk of New Hampshire wildfires, officials say

  • Drought conditions persist statewide, elevating wildfire danger across New Hampshire.
  • The January–March period was the sixth-driest first quarter on record for the state.
  • Officials cited increased wildfire activity last autumn and rising risk this spring.
  • Most of the state remains forested, increasing wildfire exposure in many areas.
  • Wildfire Awareness Week is set for April 19–25 to raise awareness and prevention.
  • Outdoor burning requires a permit in New Hampshire unless snow is on the ground.
  • Permits can be obtained online at nhfirepermit.com.
  • Outdoor burning remains a leading wildfire cause, along with other activities.
  • More than 80% of the state is forested, amplifying wildfire risk.
  • Fire prevention resources are available on the Forest Protection Bureau website.
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