Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 4 at 2:30PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 4, 2026 - 12:30pm
Expires:
May 4, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
The combination of breezy northerly winds with gusts between 25-35
mph and near-critical relative humidity values in the 25-35
percent range have led to elevated fire weather concerns along and
east of I-29 this afternoon. With these conditions likely lingering
through early evening, make sure to limit any activities that
could create a spark as the conditions could help a fire quickly
spread out of control!
Area Description:
Lyon; Osceola; Dickinson; Sioux; O'Brien; Clay; Plymouth; Cherokee; Buena Vista; Woodbury; Ida; Lincoln; Lyon; Murray; Cottonwood; Nobles; Jackson; Pipestone; Rock; Dixon; Dakota; Lincoln; Clay; Union
Forcast Office:
NWS Sioux Falls SD
Sender: