× Special Weather Statement
Until 2025-03-28T20:00:00-05:00 • National Weather Service
WHAT...Strong winds from the southwest at 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 30 to 40 mph, dry surface vegetation, and relative humidity between 30 and 45 percent will lead to elevated fire weather conditions today. WHERE...Central Iowa. WHEN...Today, especially from early afternoon until 8 PM. IMPACTS...Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become uncontrollable. PREPAREDNESS AND PRECAUTIONARY ACTIONS...Burning is discouraged under these conditions. Also, take care to prevent the start of accidental fires when smoking or operating vehicles around dry vegetation.