There are multiple wildfires burning across the eastern United States, particularly in the central and southern Appalachians from West Virginia to north Georgia. Unusually warm and breezy conditions have intensified the fires in recent days and winds associated with a cold front could allow these blazes to expand into the weekend. Several states have declared a state of emergency and most fires have been caused by human activity due to the abnormally dry conditions. There is a possibility of increased storminess in the southern United States over the upcoming week which may help reduce the wildfire risk.