A RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM TODAY (FRIDAY) FOR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS, FOR PORTIONS OF SOUTHWESTERN TO CENTRAL IOWA..
A FIRE WEATHER WATCH WILL BE IN IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING FOR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS FOR PORTIONS OF SOUTHWESTERN TO WEST CENTRAL IOWA.
* WIND...For Friday, Northwest winds at 10-15 mph, gusting to 20-30 mph. For Saturday, Southwest winds at 20-25 mph, gusting to 30-40 mph.
* HUMIDITY...For Friday, minimum values of 20-25 percent. For Saturday, minimum values of around 15 percent.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.
A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings.
