Alertes en vigueurElm Creek, NE

The National Weather Service in Hastings has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 1 PM this afternoon to 8 PM CDT this evening.
Winds: Northwest to west at 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
Relative Humidity: As low as 17 to 22 percent.
Impacts: Any fire that develops will 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.