The prolonged period of dry weather coupled with a very dry groundwill continue to result in elevated fire weather concernsThursday. Near record highs are expected with highs in the upper70s to the lower 80s away from the immediate south coast. Minimumafternoon relative humidity values are expected to range between40 to 50 percent with southwest winds of 10 to 15 mph.Use caution when handling and disposing of ignition sources.Outdoor burning is not recommended.