‘Critical Fire Conditions’ in 9 States as Temperatures Rise and Winds Reach 45 mph

The National Weather Service has isssued red flag warnings in nine states across the Midwest as temperatures continue to rise and humidity drops in particularly windy regions.

The warnings suggest “critical fire conditions” are possible in many of these areas, with residents urged not to burn anything outdoors for the next few days.

The conditions will begin on Monday, April 20, with local residents warned to take extra caution from 10 a.m. on Monday morning. This warning will last until approximately 7 p.m…

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