CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – A red flag warning is in effect from 11 this morning until 8 this evening, which means critical fire weather conditions are occurring. A combination of strong winds, low humidity, and warm temperatures may result in favorable condition for rapid spread of fires. Statewide prohibitions on burning within 300 feet of woods and dry grasses until 4pm continue through April 30th, and Albemarle prohibits commercial open-air burning overall until 4pm.