Critical Fire Weather Conditions Possible Today

A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for all of northern New York and western Vermont from 11 AM to 7 PM today. Critically low relative humidity values to 20 to 25 percent along with south winds gusting up to 30 MPH will lead to critical fire weather concerns. Should any fires start, weather and fuels will make fire containment difficult. Read More >

The National Weather Service in Burlington offers presentations on weather related topics to a variety of groups and organizations upon request. Presentations are conducted on a limited basis to larger groups or as a part of larger organized outreach events. To arrange a talk with the National Weather Service in Burlington, please have the following ready before contacting us:

Have a facility, date and time established, with preferably a back-up date and time. Email Scott Whittier (scott.whittier@noaa.gov)
Class sizes are generally offered for at least 10 individuals.
Classes will usually be held on weekdays, but if planned well in advance, exceptions may be made for a Friday or Saturday date. No sessions will be offered on Sundays.
Talks are usually held in the evening with start times from 5pm to 7pm and last approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Again, it can be flexible if planned ahead
Provide a volunteer, or contact point from your group to help in organizing the talk.
All training is free and open to the public.