Connecticut's Red Flag Warning, meaning the dry conditions, low humidity and gusty winds could lead to rapid fire spread, was extended to Saturday evening.

NEW YORK — A Red Flag Warning will be in effect across the entire Tri-State Area from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. A smoky scent continues to fill the air as a result of ongoing wildfires throughout the region.

A red flag warning is in effect for Connecticut on Friday, high temperatures will be near 60 degrees and we’ll see more sun than clouds in the afternoon. Northwestern Connecticut is now in a severe drought while most of the rest of the state is in a moderate drought.