The Shelby County Emergency Management Agency is advising fire stations and businesses in the county with “Fire Danger” signs, to leave those signs in the “High” category. The National Weather Service says there is a 40-percent chance of light snow Saturday, but any accumulation will quickly melt away as highs reach the lower 40’s.

The lack of significant precipitation over the past few weeks has left vegetation in Shelby County very dry, which, combined with relatively low humidity, makes for dangerous fire conditions.

The Shelby County EMA says you should remember to call your controlled burns in to the EMA Communications center at (712) – 755-2124, and, contact your local Fire Chief before igniting any outdoor burns. The best time to do so, officials have said, is during the late evening or early morning hours.

The next Fire Danger update will be on Monday.