Hedrick, IA

Northwesterly winds will increase to 15 to 25 mph with gusts 30to 40 mph behind a cold front this afternoon. The strong windswill combine with relative humidity of 30 percent or lower tocreate an elevated fire danger. The worst conditions are expectedfrom 2 PM to 6 PM. Please exercise caution with any activitiesthat involve outdoor fires or create sparks, including campfires,grilling, and operating large equipment. In addition, drivers ofvans, campers, trailers, and other high profile vehicles should beextra cautious this afternoon.