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Grassland Fire Danger Statement

 

Statewide Grassland Fire Danger maps are also available for the states of South Dakota and Iowa.
Please take note of the legend beneath the maps for the color scheme.

Note: The Grassland Fire Danger statement will be issued daily from April 1st to November 15th, or as conditions warrant during the Spring and late Autumn.  It will also be issued during the winter months if the index reaches High,  Very High or Extreme.  Please check the date on the map and the text product below to ensure you are looking at a current product.

Check the text product beneath the maps for detailed Fire Danger information.

Grassland Fire Danger for Today
Grassland Fire Danger for Today
Key for Fire Danger Maps:
Low - Green
Moderate - Blue
High - Yellow
Very High - Orange
Extreme - Red

    

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Rangeland Fire Danger Statement
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
433 AM CDT Wed Jul 2 2025

.DISCUSSION...

Showers and storms move southeast this morning for areas along and
east of the James River, with additional isolated to scattered
showers and storms east of I-29 this afternoon and evening. Dry
conditions expected during the day Thursday, with scattered
showers and storms returning for Independence Day into the holiday
weekend. Most of the area may see a reprieve Sunday before periods
of showers/storms return early next week.

Hot and humid conditions expected today through the end of the
week, with widespread highs in the 90s Thursday. Near to above
average temperatures prevail. Minimum RH values remain above 30%.

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Buena Vista-Woodbury-Ida-Lincoln-Murray-Cottonwood-Nobles-Jackson-
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...LOW FIRE DANGER...

The Grassland Fire Danger Index will reach the low category
this afternoon. Favorable weather conditions or a high moisture
content of grasses, and other dry organic material on the
ground, indicate that the probability of a fast moving fire is
low. Outdoor burning under these conditions can usually be
with reasonable safety precautions, but should be monitored.

OUTLOOK FOR THURSDAY AFTERNOON...The Grassland Fire Danger Index
will reach the low category.

The grassland fire danger product reflects fire danger for native
grasses. It is not intended for cured agricultural crops, nor
will it reflect conditions in road ditches which have been mowed.


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