Special Weather Statement issued October 6 at 4:36AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
A combination of drying surface vegetation, wind gusts in the 20 to 30 mph range, and relative humidity values near or below 25 percent, will lead to an elevated risk of fire spread this afternoon into early evening.
Burning is discouraged under the expected conditions. Take care to avoid accidentally starting fires, including by being careful with equipment that may spark and by not operating vehicles around dry vegetation.
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Monday, June 23rd, 2008
Photo by Shelley Grieshop/The Daily Standard

Tire tread and tie-down straps make a sturdy shoe for Pilgrim George Walter, who has walked the earth the last 38 years while following his spiritual calling. His socks are made from scraps of yarn that he replaces periodically when they become worn.

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