Dry, Windy Weather Raising Concerns About Fire Risks
As dry conditions continue across the Upper Cumberland, a local fire chief said he is concerned about the potential increased risk of fires throughout the region. Multiple wildfires have broken out in the Smoky Mountain region and have spread rapidly due to dry conditions. Livingston Fire Chief Rocky Dial said the Upper Cumberland is not […]
UC Ag Agents Express Concerns With Recent Dry Weather
Upper Cumberland UT Ag Extension Agents say the recent unusually dry spring weather is raising concerns for local farmers and homeowners. Overton County UT Ag Extension Agent Jason Garrett said Overton County saw some cool-season grasses really grow about two weeks ago. However, since then, Garrett said that growth has really slacked off due to […]
UC Abnormally Dry, Drought Conditions Likely Ahead
The latest predications released Thursday show the Upper Cumberland will likely enter drought conditions during the next several weeks. National Weather Service Meteorologist Matt Reagan said the Fall season is typically the Upper Cumberland’s driest time of the year. Reagan said a dry August has led to a drier September than normal. Reagan said the […]
Fire Departments Fearing Fire Spark Fire Increases With Dry Conditions
Fire Departments across the Upper Cumberland worried about a potential increase in fires due to recent dry weather. Piney Fire Department Public Information Officer Tiwanna Bricker said the low humidity days we enjoy combined with breezes can spark fires quickly. “It’s much easier than you know when it’s wet,” Bricker said. “But the biggest concern […]
Dry Weather Impacting Farmers Across Upper Cumberland
October is usually the driest month of the year and we are entering the month coming off a dry September, something that could impact grass and cattle. This is the time of year where grass is sewn but without rain it could dry out and die. The same goes for pastures where cattle graze. Overton […]
