Connecticut residents are being warned of a very high brush fire risk due to dry conditions, leaves on the ground, and high winds. A Red Flag Warning is in effect, with wind gusts expected to reach 15-30 MPH. The cold front will bring cooler temperatures on Thursday and Friday, while another front is forecasted for Saturday with even chillier temperatures expected on Sunday.
Remnants of Oscar are also being monitored as they track east of Connecticut, with a possible tropical system on the horizon for the first week of November. Today will be bright, windy, and warm with temperatures reaching the 70s and even 80s inland, before some increasing clouds and wind overnight.
Tomorrow will bring a very high fire danger once again, with a passing morning shower expected. Cooler temperatures in the lower to middle 60s are forecasted. Friday will be mostly sunny and seasonable, with highs ranging from 58-65.
The weekend will see a passing morning shower on Saturday, with windy conditions and temperatures in the mid-60s. Sunday will be mostly sunny and chilly, with highs in the mid-50s. Monday and Tuesday will see mostly sunny skies with temperatures in the 50s and 60s. Residents are advised to stay alert and take precautions to avoid any potential fire hazards during these dry and windy conditions.
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