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Nebraska fields are bending under gusty winds while dry air sharpens the late-winter sun across Omaha. By midday, west winds will gust between 45 and 55 mph, especially in open areas near I-80 and Highway 75. Drivers should brace for strong crosswinds and sudden lane drift.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha/Valley, a Red Flag Warning remains in effect through late afternoon as humidity drops and winds intensify. Extreme fire danger stretches across eastern Nebraska into western Iowa. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. Any spark could spread quickly in these conditions…