Grundy County - Red Flag Warning in effect 11am to 7pm Today - Do NOT Burn
RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM CDT THIS MORNING TO 7 PM
CDT THIS EVENING
The National Weather Service in Chicago has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM CDT this morning to 7 PM CDT this evening. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.
* Timing...11 AM to 7 PM CDT Wednesday.
* Winds...Southwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
* Relative Humidity...As low as 20 percent.
* Impacts...Dry fuels, low relative humidity, and strong winds
will create conditions favorable for the rapid spread of
wildfires.
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.
Address/Location
Grundy County IL EMA
111 E Illinois Ave
Morris, IL 60450
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1