OKLAHOMA CITY – Governor Mary Fallin today called on all Oklahomans to take precautions as the state faces weather conditions that bring extreme fire danger.
“We know from past experience that everyone doing their part can have an effect,” said Fallin. “This is a short duration event with potentially dire consequences. But vigilant residents can reduce the potential impacts.”
The National Weather Service is predicting critical fire weather conditions for Thursday, with a Red Flag Warning and Fire Weather Watch for 71 counties. The six counties not covered are Atoka, Bryan, Coal, Johnston, Marshall and McCurtain.
Under Red Flag Warning and Fire Weather Watch conditions, officials urge extreme caution because a simple spark can cause a major wildfire.
State and federal agencies are making preparations to respond to any wildfire that starts.
· The Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management has activated the state’s emergency operations center.
· Oklahoma Forestry Services is pre-positioning wildland task forces to be ready to respond to local requests for assistance.
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