Fire Weather Watch in effect today into this evening for all of Northeastern Pa. The greatest danger of wildfires in Pennsylvania occurs during the spring months of March, April, and May, and the autumn months of October and November. On a day like today, dry conditions plus a carelessly tossed cigarette from a passing vehicle or hot waste from a burn barrel making contact with dried grass or leaves then add a breeze and wildfires can spread quickly. In Pennsylvania, 99 percent of all wildfires are caused by people. You are advised to use extra caution when handling any type of ignition source when conditions are present..