Gusty Winds and Fire Weather
Expected on Today
Red Flag Warnings
RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM EST /10 AM CST/ THIS MORNING TO 7 PM EST /6 PM CST/ THIS EVENING FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY FOR SOUTHERN INDIANA AND MOST OF CENTRAL KENTUCKY... *
AFFECTED AREA...Southern Indiana and most of central Kentucky * WIND...Southwest at 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * HUMIDITY...As low as 20 to 25 percent in the afternoon. * IMPACTS...any fires that start will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now....or will shortly. A combination of strong winds...low relative humidity...and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.
Fire Weather Watch
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement
Expect sustained winds of 15-25 mph with 35 mph gusts. Localized gusts of 40 mph are possible in southern Indiana, mainly around Dubois County and places to the northwest of our CWA.
Expect the strongest winds during the late morning to the early evening hours.
Expect these winds to blow lightweight objects, so think about securing decorations and trash that could be vulnerable. Driving may also be difficult as winds push on moving vehicles. High profile vehicles are more at risk.
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