Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued April 12 at 2:51AM CDT until April 12 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 12, 2026 - 12:51am
Expires:
April 12, 2026 - 10:30am
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 noon today to 7 PM CDT this evening.
* AFFECTED AREA...In Nebraska, Dixon. In South Dakota, McCook,
Minnehaha, Turner, Lincoln, Clay and Union.
* WINDS...West 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 18 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:
Dixon; McCook; Minnehaha; Turner; Lincoln; Clay; Union
Forcast Office:
NWS Sioux Falls SD
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov