NWS Forecast Office Jackson, MS

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The combination of wind, low relative humidity, and dry fuels will raise concerns of the spread of wildfires this afternoon into early evening in the east.

The combination of wind, low relative humidity, and dry fuels will raise concerns of the spread of wildfires each afternoon into early evening hours, worsening Friday as strong cold front moves in, bringing gusty northwest winds around 30mph. Make sure to heed local burn bans.

As a cold front moves in, gusty gradient winds will develop areawide Friday. Weak trees and limbs may break and fall due to sustained winds of 20 to 25 mph and wind gusts of 30 to 35 mph. High profile vehicles could also be affected.

Warmer than normal temperatures are expected through Friday, but a strong cold front will bring gusty winds late week before ushering in much cooler and more pleasant temperatures this weekend.


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