Special Weather Statement issued April 03 at 5:08AM EDT by NWS

…Very Gusty Winds and Low Relative Humidities will Increase Fire Concerns Today across Southern Vermont… West to northwest winds will increase this afternoon to 20 to 30 mph with localized gusts as high as 55 mph possible. These strong winds, combined with minimum relative humidity of 25 to 35 percent will increase fire concerns this afternoon.

Source: National Weather Service Alerts for Vermont