A red flag warning is in effect in Montgomery County.

Emergency Management Director Rick Whitson is encouraging citizens not to burn due to the high fire danger. High wind speed and dry conditions can cause even the smallest fire to spread quickly. If you see a fire avoid the area and call 911.

Properly discard cigarettes, keep vehicles off of dry grass, avoid activities with an open flame or sparks, avoid power equipment that creates sparks and obey burn bans.  Evacuate if fire or smoke is heading your way or if ordered to by local officials.