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Critical Fire Weather Conditions Sunday

Low Severe Storm Risks Tonight and Sunday

Scattered Severe Storms Possible Monday

Unseasonably warm temperatures, gusty southwest to west winds, and very low humidity will lead to critical fire weather conditions near/west of the James River on Sunday. Areas to the east will have near-critical conditions. Use caution to prevent fire start, as fires may spread quickly!

A Level 1 of 5 risk for severe weather remains in place for southeast portions of the region tonight and later Sunday. Overall, the chance of any storms developing is low (<30%). However, if storms do develop late this evening into early Sunday, or late Sunday afternoon/evening, an isolated strong to severe storm would be possible. Large hail up to quarter size is the primary threat.

While uncertainty remains as to the most favored location for storms, a Level 2 of 5 risk for severe storms is in place across portions of east central South Dakota, southern Minnesota and northern Iowa on Monday, mainly during the late afternoon and evening. Large hail and damaging winds are the primary threats, but an isolated tornado is possible. Keep an eye on the forecast with Monday activity planning and stay weather aware!