Active Weather Alerts
Special Weather Statement
Issued: 5:00 PM Mar. 27, 2026 – National Weather Service
...Elevated Fire Danger Today... WHAT...Breezy northwest winds at 15-20 mph, gusting to 25-30 mph, dry surface vegetation, and relative humidity values between 25 and 35 percent will lead to elevated fire danger today. WHERE...Portions of northern, and eastern Iowa. WHEN...Through the early evening. IMPACTS...Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly. PREPAREDNESS AND PRECAUTIONARY ACTIONS...Burning is discouraged under these conditions. Also, take care to prevent the start of accidental fires when smoking or operating vehicles around dry vegetation.
Red Flag Warning
Issued: 4:52 PM Mar. 27, 2026 – National Weather Service
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 9 PM CDT SATURDAY FOR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS FOR PORTIONS OF NORTHERN AND NORTHEASTERN IOWA... The National Weather Service in Des Moines has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 10 AM to 9 PM CDT Saturday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * WIND...Southwest winds at 20-25 mph, gusting to 30-40 mph * HUMIDITY...Minimum values around 15 percent * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. &&
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