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Fire Weather Watch in Effect Thursday

Critical Fire Weather Expected Thursday

Gusty Wind and Fire Weather Concerns Next Few Days

Persistent dry conditions, warm temperatures and gusty winds will create critical fire weather conditions for much of the afternoon Thursday. Critical fire weather conditions mean fires will start easily and spread rapidly.

After light rain and snow early this morning winds are forecast to remain breezy to gusty with a bit cooler temperatures across the area. Drier air is forecast to move in this afternoon resulting in elevated to locally critical fire weather concerns this afternoon. Warmer and windier Thursday where a Fire Weather Watch remains in effect. Continue to use caution with any activities that may involve sparks and ensure any prior burns are fully extinguished.