Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued April 12 at 12:44PM CDT until April 12 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 12, 2026 - 10:44am
Expires:
April 12, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
The National Weather Service in Sioux Falls has issued a Red Flag
Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect
until 7 PM CDT this evening.
* AFFECTED AREA...In Iowa, Lyon, Sioux and Plymouth. In
Minnesota, Pipestone and Rock. In Nebraska, Dakota. In South
Dakota, Miner, Lake and Moody.
* WINDS...West 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 17 percent.
* IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread
quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Lyon; Sioux; Plymouth; Pipestone; Rock; Dakota; Miner; Lake; Moody
Forcast Office:
NWS Sioux Falls SD
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov