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High to Very High Fire Danger Today

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Increasing southerly winds, warm temperatures, and dry conditions will lead to elevated fire danger across the area today. Greatest risk is west of I-29 into south central SD, where wind gusts to 35 mph and humidity around 30% are expected. Avoid burning today and use extra caution to prevent fire starts.

Mostly dry weather prevails through the work week, outside of some isolated sprinkles/flurries today. This with breezy winds lead to elevated fire concerns today - especially west of I-29 into south central SD. Temperatures will be quite variable, but generally above normal. Occasional breezy winds will lead to periods of elevated fire danger.