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21st July 2018
05:53pm BST

The effective period for the warning begins this weekend and expires on Wednesday 25 July at midday.
However, this may change, as an increase in fire risk values is very likely as the weekend progresses.
Highest ignition risks are likely to remain in public areas in close proximity to urban centres.
The Department has stressed that vigilance is required in relation to open land at risk from illegal burning of waste and accidental ignition sources arising from agricultural activities.
"A protracted, on-going fire risk is likely due to desiccation and curing of fine fuels arising from recent drought conditions. These fuels can regain flammability in a short time following light rain.
"Extreme caution is particularly required where cured shrub fuels like gorse are concerned."
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