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Critical Fire Spread Conditions This Afternoon in Southeast Minnesota and Northeast Iowa .Strong wind and very dry air leads to critical fire weather conditions this afternoon and early evening. Dormant grasses and leaf debris could be favorable for ignition and spread of fire.
Affected Area: In Iowa, Mitchell, Howard, Winneshiek, Allamakee, Floyd, Chickasaw, Fayette and Clayton. In Minnesota, Wabasha, Dodge, Olmsted, Winona, Mower, Fillmore and Houston.
Timing: Noon to 7 PM CDT Today.
Winds: Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
Relative Humidity: As low as 15 percent.
Temperatures: In the low to middle 50s.
Impacts: Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

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.