Alertes en vigueurCresson, MN

The National Weather Service in Sioux Falls has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 11 AM this morning to 8 PM CDT this evening. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.
Affected Area: In Minnesota, Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Cottonwood, Nobles, Jackson and Pipestone. In South Dakota, Brookings.
Winds: South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
Relative Humidity: As low as 20 percent.
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.