Spartanburg, SC — South Carolina officials warn of dangerous fire conditions across the Upstate region as a Red Flag Warning remains active through 9 PM Wednesday. Dry air, breezy winds, and warm spring temperatures have elevated fire danger across Spartanburg, Greenville, and surrounding counties.
According to the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg, the warning spans northeast Georgia and Upstate South Carolina, including areas near I-85. Fire crews are urging residents to avoid any outdoor burning and to secure equipment that could spark flames. The warning may expire tonight, but elevated fire danger is expected to persist into the weekend.
Humidity levels remain low, and breezy conditions will linger through Saturday. Thursday’s high will reach near 69°F under sunny skies, with winds shifting from calm to southwest by afternoon. Friday brings mostly sunny skies and a warmer high of 78°F.
By Saturday, temperatures remain springlike in the mid-70s, with increasing cloud cover and continued dry conditions. Rain chances return briefly Monday and Tuesday, offering a possible break in the fire risk pattern.
Five-Day Spartanburg Forecast:
- Thursday: Sunny, high 69°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 78°F.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy, high 77°F.
- Sunday: 40% chance of showers, high 77°F.
- Monday: Partly sunny, 30% chance of storms, high 80°F.
