You can count on one hand now for how many days are left in the season (unless you’re a polydactyl cat, which was yesterday). Skies will be a mix of sun and clouds to start this Friday, with the possibility of rain not happening until supper time today. And the precip can’t come soon enough to our region. Yesterday evening, GSMNP elevated their temporary campfire ban to park-wide, not just the backcountry, including use of charcoal in picnic areas. The fire risk in Sevier County outside the park boundary is also categorized as very high with burn bans being implemented across the gateway communities. Several fires have been popping up around the region in recent days, the most notable in size occurring east of the Smokies near the famous AT crossing of Max Patch. Local authorities have been prompt in their responses which is greatly appreciated.
Assuming this forecast of rain actually comes to fruition, it is expected to last through the first half of Saturday before clearing off tomorrow afternoon. Sunday then looks delightful for outdoor ramblings on the mountain this final weekend of the season. Temps will spend much of their time in the 40s today, but once this front pushes through conditions will cool a bit and remain breezy. Remember those layers for staying warm and dry on trail and at the top.
Have a great day.
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