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Breezy with Elevated Fire Weather Conditions Today

Breezy winds out of the north today will lead to elevated fire weather conditions, especially over southern Iowa where temperatures will be warmest. Conditions won’t be as warm or dry as yesterday, but dry fuels and breezy winds will still lead to erratic fire behavior. Burning is discouraged and caution should be used with anything that creates a spark. Image courtesy of Chuck Spindler and the Creston Fire Department.