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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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