Emily’s First Alert Forecast - Strong winds & dry air causing high wildfire risk
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Temperatures reached back into the mid 60s as winds continue to increase in speed from the southwest bringing in the warmer air. South wind gusts could still reach up near 30 mph and will keep the fire danger HIGH, especially on the Nebraska side. It will be another clear night, but temperatures will not be as cold. Lows will fall to the 40s, but it will be breezy.
Stronger wind is likely Thursday and Friday with gusts in the 35-45 mph range. That will help send the highs well into the 70s each day.
With dry conditions, low humidity and strong wind the fire danger will be very high Thursday and Friday as well. Numerous burn bans are in place and any opening burning is a horrible idea. Fires could easily get out of control either day.
Rain chances are minimal in the short term with a small chance Saturday morning and another round possible Monday afternoon. Neither one looks all that impressive though meaning we’ll continue to dry out.
Mild fall weather will continue through the weekend. Highs in the upper 70s are likely all weekend. Those are about 15 degrees above average.
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