Pittsburgh At Risk For Wildfires, Then Severe Storms

PITTSBURGH, PA — Very dry conditions potentially could cause wildfires in Western Pennsylvania on Friday, but that risk could end with possible severe storms later in the day.

The National Weather Service says there is an elevated risk of wildfire spread. That's because minimum relative humidity values will range from 25 to 30 percent and there will be sustained wind gusts of 10 to 25 mph.

The weather service advises people to use caution if handling any potential ignition sources, such as machinery, cigarettes, or matches. If dry grasses and tree litter begin to burn, the fire could spread rapidly.

An approaching cold front could trigger isolated severe storms this afternoon and early evening.

Expect showers and storms on Saturday, with high temperatures only in the low 60s. As much as a half-inch of rain is possible.

Sharply colder weather will occur on Sunday, with temperatures struggling to reach 50.