Extreme Fire Weather Concerns; Severe Thunderstorms from the Plains to Mississippi Valley

Extremely critical fire weather concerns for portions of the southern High Plans as strong wind and very dry conditions could result in rapid spread of any fires. Meanwhile, severe thunderstorms are expected once again across areas of the Central and Southern Plains, then spreading in the Mississippi Valley regions on Monday. Damaging winds, very large hail and strong tornadoes are possible. Read More >

Through The End Of The Week

Limited chances for precipitation show up on Tuesday out across the Interstate 90 corridor of the forecast area, with increased areal coverage potential for showers on Wednesday during afternoon heating hours mainly over portions of central, north central and northeast South Dakota. There may yet be an isolated shower or two around on Thursday, but most of Thursday into Friday should be dry, with Friday holding the greatest potential for extended coverage of sunny skies. Overall, it still looks fairly cool for much of the rest of this week, as April closes out and May kicks off. And, with the recent rainfall, expecting green up this week to help keep the lid on the Grassland Fire Danger Index this week.

Extreme Fire Weather Concerns; Severe Thunderstorms from the Plains to Mississippi Valley

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