Moderate

Dry, hot, and breezy conditions are expected today. The ongoing<br /> drought has led to abnormally dry dead surface fuels across the<br /> region. Min RH values of 25 to 35%, wind gusts to around 20 mph,<br /> and afternoon high temperatures in the low to mid 90s ahead of a<br /> cold front will lead to increased fire danger from mid morning<br /> through early evening today. Residents are urged to exercise caution handling any potential<br /> ignition source...including machinery... cigarettes...and matches.<br />

* WHAT...Dangerous swimming conditions are expected along the<br /> Lake Superior shoreline due to high wave action and strong rip<br /> currents. * WHERE...Minnesota Park Point and Wisconsin Point Beaches. * WHEN...From 1 PM CDT this afternoon through this evening. * IMPACTS...Life-threatening waves and rip currents are expected.<br /> Stay out of the water and stay away from dangerous areas like<br /> piers and breakwalls.<br /> Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.

At 200 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9<br /> miles northeast of Chalk, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around<br /> unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...<br /> Crowell.<br /> If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

Areas of locally dense fog will affect areas near the Twin Ports<br /> as marine fog streams in off of Lake Superior. Visibilities of<br /> 1/4 to 1 mile have already been observed, which should persist<br /> through a few hours after sunrise this morning. If traveling,<br /> reduce your speed and use low-beam headlights when encountering<br /> foggy areas. A Dense Fog Advisory may be needed. Keep updated on the latest<br /> forecast for fog development trends.

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Walton, Bay, Gulf, and Franklin County Beaches. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away<br /> from shore into deeper water.<br /> Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and<br /> float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a<br /> direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the<br /> shore and call or wave for help.

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph expected. * WHERE...In Arizona, Lake Mead - AZ side and Lake Mohave - AZ side.<br /> In Nevada, Lake Mead - NV side and Lake Mohave - NV side. * WHEN...From 10 AM PDT /10 AM MST/ to 6 PM PDT /6 PM MST/ Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create<br /> hazardous conditions for small craft.<br /> Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for<br /> high-profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

* WHAT...Strong south to north longshore current. There is also a<br /> Moderate Risk of rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into<br /> rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may<br /> sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to<br /> shore.<br /> Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with<br />

* WHAT...Strong south to north longshore current. There is also a<br /> Moderate Risk of rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers<br /> into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas.<br /> It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to<br /> return to shore.<br /> Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with<br />

Dry conditions and breezy winds will lead to near critical fire<br /> weather conditions today. South to southeast winds of 10 to 20<br /> mph with gusts to 25 mph are forecast for this afternoon into<br /> early evening. Minimum relative humidity values of 30 to 40<br /> percent are also expected. Together, these conditions could lead<br /> to the rapid spread of fires. Check burning restrictions and fire<br /> danger before burning. For more information on burning restrictions for Minnesota, see<br />

* WHAT...Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. * WHERE...Portions of southwest and west central Kansas. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CDT /8 AM MDT/ this morning. * IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.<br /> If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of<br /> distance ahead of you.