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Dangerous Fire Conditions in the Southern High Plains; Severe Weather in the Central Plains and Upper Midwest; Late-Season Mountain Snow

Dry and windy conditions will produce dangerous fire weather conditions across the southern High Plains into the Southwest. Severe storms, including very large hail, strong tornadoes, and winds, are expected in the central Plains into the Upper Midwest. Heavy late-season snow and record cold temperatures are expected in the northern to central Rockies. Heat is spreading across the eastern U.S.. Read More >

Northerly winds will remain strong today across the area. The strongest winds are expected along the coastal headlands and higher terrain. Winds finally start to diminish Sunday evening and into Monday. For details on your location, visit http://weather.gov/eka and search for your city.
Stronger north winds will continue into this weekend. On Sunday, the focus of winds will shift to the eastern side of the area. At the same time, drier air moving in will drop RH below 20 percent. Dry air combined with the winds will create enhanced fire weather conditions Sunday into Monday. File fuels and grasses remain relatively green, however, which will limit the high end of fire potential.
🌡️ Warming Trend This Week A gradual warming trend is expected through Thursday, especially across the interior. High temperatures are forecast to peak in the low to mid 90s, with Minor to localized Moderate HeatRisk.

 

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