Forest fire danger ratings of 'extreme' are uncommon in Connecticut. The last 'extreme' danger level was issued in April of 1999. An Extreme fire danger level during the Spring forest fire season is largely determined by how fast a fire will spread. As the dry conditions persist and fuels continue to dry out, the fire danger level increases as does the likelihood for a rapidly spreading fire. In an average year approximately 1,300 acres of Connecticut woodland are scorched by forest fires.
Prevention is the surest way to stop forest fires from occurring.
If you spot a forest fire, remain calm, go to the nearest telephone and dial 911 to report the fire as quickly as possible to your local fire department. Calmly tell the emergency dispatcher when you saw it and where you saw it.