Active AlertsCodington

The National Weather Service in Aberdeen has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 11 AM this morning to 9 PM CDT this evening.
Affected Area: In South Dakota, Day, Clark, Codington, Grant, Hamlin and Deuel.
Winds: Northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
Relative Humidity: As low as 25 percent.
Impacts: Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become difficult to control or suppress.

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.