Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued April 20 at 1:35AM CDT until April 20 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 19, 2026 - 11:35pm
Expires:
April 20, 2026 - 7:45am
Description:
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Weather Watch is no longer in effect.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.
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:
Lincoln; Lyon; Murray; Cottonwood; Nobles; Jackson; Pipestone; Brookings
Forcast Office:
NWS Sioux Falls SD
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov