UPDATE 9 a.m. Wednesday: Dickinson County has been added to the red flag warning list for today. See below.

Red flag warnings have been issued for some counties in our area Wednesday.

The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a red flag warning in effect from 1-8 p.m. Wednesday for the following counties in our area.

South winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph and relative humidity as low as 20-25 percent are forecast.

Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly. Use caution if engaging in activities that may result in a fire starting.

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon-8 p.m. Wednesday for the following counties in our area.

South to southwest winds at 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 25 to 30 mph and relative humidity in the 20 to 25 percent range.

Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

UPDATE 9 a.m. Wednesday: Dickinson County has been added to the red flag warning list for today. See below.By SALINA POSTRed flag warnings have been issued for some counties in our area Wednesday.The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a red flag warning in effect from 1-8 p.m. Wednesday for the following counties in our area.Jewell CountyMitchell CountySouth winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph and relative humidity as low as 20-25 percent are forecast.Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly. Use caution if engaging in activities that may result in a fire starting.The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon-8 p.m. Wednesday for the following counties in our area.Clay CountyCloud CountyDickinson CountyOttawa CountyRepublic CountySouth to southwest winds at 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 25 to 30 mph and relative humidity in the 20 to 25 percent range.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

UPDATE: Red flag warnings in place for Wednesday

UPDATE 4:55 p.m. Wednesday: The fire weather watches have been canceled and red flag warnings issued for Thursday.

READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/7698ab99-0e4f-47bc-94b4-0ba1578004ae">Red flag warnings issued for our area on Thursday</a>

Fire weather watches have been issued for counties in our area for Thursday.

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening for the following counties in our area.

Extreme grassland fire danger is forecast.

Winds from the south at 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph and relative humidity as low as 25 percent are forecast.

Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly and become very difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening for Dickinson County.

South to southwest winds at 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 25 to 35 mph and relative humidity in the 20 to 25 percent range are forecast.

Additionally, the National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening for the following counties in our area.

South to southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts of 25 to 35 mph and relative humidity in the 20 to 25 percent range are forecast.

The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening for the following counties in our area.

South winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph and relative humidity as low as 15 to 25 percent are forecast.

UPDATE 4:55 p.m. Wednesday: The fire weather watches have been canceled and red flag warnings issued for Thursday.READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/7698ab99-0e4f-47bc-94b4-0ba1578004ae">Red flag warnings issued for our area on Thursday</a><figure>
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 </figure>By SALINA POSTFire weather watches have been issued for counties in our area for Thursday.The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening for the following counties in our area.Ellsworth CountyLincoln County Saline CountyExtreme grassland fire danger is forecast.Winds from the south at 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph and relative humidity as low as 25 percent are forecast.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly and become very difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended.The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening for Dickinson County.South to southwest winds at 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 25 to 35 mph and relative humidity in the 20 to 25 percent range are forecast.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.Additionally, the National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening for the following counties in our area.Clay CountyCloud CountyOttawa CountyRepublic CountySouth to southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts of 25 to 35 mph and relative humidity in the 20 to 25 percent range are forecast.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening for the following counties in our area.Jewell CountyMitchell CountySouth winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph and relative humidity as low as 15 to 25 percent are forecast.Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly. Use caution if engaging in activities that may result in a fire starting.

UPDATE: Fire weather watches canceled; red flag warnings issued

A wind advisory has been issued for Thursday for counties in our area.

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a wind advisory in effect from 1-8 p.m. Thursday for the following counties in our area.

South winds at 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph are expected.

Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high-profile vehicle.

By SALINA POSTA wind advisory has been issued for Thursday for counties in our area.The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a wind advisory in effect from 1-8 p.m. Thursday for the following counties in our area.Ellsworth CountyLincoln CountySaline CountySouth winds at 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph are expected.Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high-profile vehicle.

NWS issues wind advisory for some area counties for Thursday

Stout/gusty south winds and above-average temperatures will support elevated grassfire danger this week. Chances for showers/thunderstorms will increase late Friday through early Saturday, with possible strong/severe storms late Friday. Breezy and cooler Saturday.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceStout/gusty south winds and above-average temperatures will support elevated grassfire danger this week. Chances for showers/thunderstorms will increase late Friday through early Saturday, with possible strong/severe storms late Friday. Breezy and cooler Saturday.

Elevated grassfire danger next 2 days; chance for rain at weekend

Salina was cooler and drier than normal in March.

According to information from the National Weather Service in Wichita, the average monthly temperature at the Salina Regional Airport was 42.8 degrees, which was 2.5 degrees cooler than average. It was the coolest March since 2019. 

The warmest daily temperature was 76 degrees on March 5, and the coolest was 9 degrees on March 19. 

The record high for March was 96 degrees on March 21, 1907. The record low was -11 on March 11, 1948.

Salina also was drier than normal in March. According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, the official precipitation total for Salina was only 0.42 of an inch. That amount was 1.40 inches below average, making March 2023 in Salina the 15th driest March since records began in 1900, and the driest since 2015.

March 31 proved to be the windiest day of the month, with both the highest wind speed (44 mph) and the highest wind gust (58 mph) both recorded on that day.

Weather conditions for the month included the following.

Fog with visibility less than a quarter mile: two days

By SALINA POSTSalina was cooler and drier than normal in March.According to information from the National Weather Service in Wichita, the average monthly temperature at the Salina Regional Airport was 42.8 degrees, which was 2.5 degrees cooler than average. It was the coolest March since 2019. The warmest daily temperature was 76 degrees on March 5, and the coolest was 9 degrees on March 19. The record high for March was 96 degrees on March 21, 1907. The record low was -11 on March 11, 1948.Salina also was drier than normal in March. According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, the official precipitation total for Salina was only 0.42 of an inch. That amount was 1.40 inches below average, making March 2023 in Salina the 15th driest March since records began in 1900, and the driest since 2015.March 31 proved to be the windiest day of the month, with both the highest wind speed (44 mph) and the highest wind gust (58 mph) both recorded on that day.Weather conditions for the month included the following.Light rain: six daysSnow: one dayLight snow: two daysFog: 12 daysFog with visibility less than a quarter mile: two daysHaze: two days

March cooler, drier than normal for Salina

Widely scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms will remain possible through Monday morning. Strong or severe storms are not expected. The strongest activity could produce brief heavy rain and small hail.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceWidely scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms will remain possible through Monday morning. Strong or severe storms are not expected. The strongest activity could produce brief heavy rain and small hail.

Small chance for rain through Monday morning

A mild Easter Sunday is expected with rain chances slowly spreading eastward through the day. A few thunderstorms are possible as well but strong or severe weather is not expected.

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Easter Sunday forecast from National Weather Service

Red flag warnings are in effect for some counties in our area for Saturday.

The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a red flag warning in effect from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday for the following counties in our area.

Winds from the south at 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph and relative humidity as low as 10 percent are forecast.

Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly. Use caution if engaging in activities that could start a fire.

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon to 8 p.m. for the following counties in our area.

South winds at 15 to 20 mph with gusts of 25 to 30 mph and relative humidity falling into the 15 to 20 percent range during the afternoon are forecast.

Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning should not occur as fires could quickly become out of control.

By SALINA POSTRed flag warnings are in effect for some counties in our area for Saturday.The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a red flag warning in effect from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday for the following counties in our area.Jewell CountyMitchell CountyWinds from the south at 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph and relative humidity as low as 10 percent are forecast.Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly. Use caution if engaging in activities that could start a fire.The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon to 8 p.m. for the following counties in our area.Clay CountyCloud CountyDickinson CountyOttawa CountyRepublic CountySouth winds at 15 to 20 mph with gusts of 25 to 30 mph and relative humidity falling into the 15 to 20 percent range during the afternoon are forecast.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning should not occur as fires could quickly become out of control.

Red flag warnings in effect Saturday for some area counties

The warming trend will continue into the weekend with highs returning to the 60s and 70s each day. 

Thunderstorm chances return Sunday into early next week.

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Here's your Easter Weekend forecast

Red flag warnings have been issued for counties in our area for later today.

The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a red flag warning in effect from 1-8 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.

Winds from the south at 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph and relative humidity as low as 14 percent are forecast.

Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly. Use caution if engaging in activities that could result in fire ignition.

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a red flag warning in effect from 1-8 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.

South winds at 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 25 mph and relative humidity falling into the 15 to 19 percent range during the afternoon are forecast.

By SALINA POSTRed flag warnings have been issued for counties in our area for later today.The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a red flag warning in effect from 1-8 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.Jewell CountyMitchell CountyWinds from the south at 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph and relative humidity as low as 14 percent are forecast.Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly. Use caution if engaging in activities that could result in fire ignition.The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a red flag warning in effect from 1-8 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.Clay CountyCloud CountyOttawa CountyRepublic CountySouth winds at 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 25 mph and relative humidity falling into the 15 to 19 percent range during the afternoon are forecast.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Red flag warnings issued for northern counties in our area

A red flag warning has been issued for some counties in our area for Friday.

The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a red flag warning in effect from 1-8 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.

South-southwest to south winds at 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 30 to 35 mph and relative humidity as low as 15 to 20 percent are forecast.

A red flag warning has been issued for some counties in our area for Friday.The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a red flag warning in effect from 1-8 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.Jewell County Mitchell CountySouth-southwest to south winds at 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 30 to 35 mph and relative humidity as low as 15 to 20 percent are forecast.Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly. Use caution if engaging in activities that could result in fire ignition.

Red flag warning issued for Jewell, Mitchell counties for Friday

There's a high chance of above-average temperatures next week. These warm temperatures along with a lack of precipitation will allow for drought conditions to persist.

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NWS: Good chance for above-average temperatures next week

Freeze warnings have been issued for some counties in our area for early Thursday morning.

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a freeze warning in effect from 2-9 a.m.Thursday for the following counties in our area.

Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 are expected.

Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops and other sensitive vegetation, and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Additionally, the National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a freeze warning in effect from 2-9 a.m. Thursday for the following counties in our area.

Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 28 are expected.

By SALINA POSTFreeze warnings have been issued for some counties in our area for early Thursday morning.The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a freeze warning in effect from 2-9 a.m.Thursday for the following counties in our area.Ellsworth CountyLincoln CountySub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 are expected.Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops and other sensitive vegetation, and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.Additionally, the National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a freeze warning in effect from 2-9 a.m. Thursday for the following counties in our area.Marion CountyMcPherson CountySaline CountySub-freezing temperatures as low as 28 are expected.Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops and other sensitive vegetation, and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Freeze warnings issued for Thursday morning in our area

Temperatures will fall below freezing for portions of central and south-central Kansas Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather Service.

Because of that, a freeze warning has been issued for some counties in our area for early Wednesday.

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a freeze warning in effect from 3-9 a.m. Wednesday for the following counties in our area.

Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 27 are expected.

Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops and other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

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 </figure>By SALINA POSTTemperatures will fall below freezing for portions of central and south-central Kansas Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather Service.Because of that, a freeze warning has been issued for some counties in our area for early Wednesday.The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a freeze warning in effect from 3-9 a.m. Wednesday for the following counties in our area.Ellsworth CountyLincoln CountySub-freezing temperatures as low as 27 are expected.Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops and other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Frigid temps forecast for overnight; freeze warning issued for 2 counties

Very strong south-to-southwest winds are expected today. Isolated gusts up to 60 mph are possible. These strong winds along with very dry air will create extreme fire weather conditions today. Any fire that starts will behave erratically and be difficult to control.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceVery strong south-to-southwest winds are expected today. Isolated gusts up to 60 mph are possible. These strong winds along with very dry air will create extreme fire weather conditions today. Any fire that starts will behave erratically and be difficult to control.

NWS: Strong winds, fire danger, blowing dust possible Tuesday

All counties in our area have been upgraded to red flag warnings for Tuesday.

The fire weather watches that were issued Sunday are no longer in effect.

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a red flag warning in effect from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.

Extreme to catastrophic grassland fire danger is forecast.

Southwest winds at 25 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 55 mph, and relative humidity as low as 11 percent are forecast.

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a red flag warning in effect from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.

Sustained winds at 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph are expected. Southwest winds during the afternoon switch to the west-northwest during the evening behind a cold front. Relative humidity falling into the 10 to 20 percent range during the afternoon and early evening is forecast.

The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon to 8 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.

Winds initially out of the southwest during the early to mid-afternoon hours, sustained at 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph are forecast. They then will shift and become west and northwest during the late afternoon and evening hours, sustained at 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 50 to 55 mph. Relative humidity is expected to be as low as 13 percent for several hours Tuesday afternoon, before steadily rising during the evening hours.

By SALINA POSTAll counties in our area have been upgraded to red flag warnings for Tuesday.The fire weather watches that were issued Sunday are no longer in effect.The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a red flag warning in effect from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.Ellsworth CountyLincoln CountyMarion CountyMcPherson CountySaline CountyExtreme to catastrophic grassland fire danger is forecast.Southwest winds at 25 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 55 mph, and relative humidity as low as 11 percent are forecast.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly and become very difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended.The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a red flag warning in effect from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.Clay County Cloud CountyDickinson CountyOttawa CountyRepublic CountySustained winds at 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph are expected. Southwest winds during the afternoon switch to the west-northwest during the evening behind a cold front. Relative humidity falling into the 10 to 20 percent range during the afternoon and early evening is forecast.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon to 8 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.Jewell CountyMitchell CountyWinds initially out of the southwest during the early to mid-afternoon hours, sustained at 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph are forecast. They then will shift and become west and northwest during the late afternoon and evening hours, sustained at 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 50 to 55 mph. Relative humidity is expected to be as low as 13 percent for several hours Tuesday afternoon, before steadily rising during the evening hours.Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly. Use caution if engaging in activities that could result in fire ignition.

All counties in our area under red flag warnings for Tuesday

UPDATE 3:30 p.m. Monday: All counties in our area now are under red flag warnings for Tuesday.

READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/30b8eb9f-fcce-481e-bdf3-e48fbe67cf42">All counties in our area under red flag warnings for Tuesday</a>

UPDATE 3:45 p.m. Sunday: Fire weather watches have been issued for Tuesday.

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Tuesday morning through late Tuesday night for the following counties in our area.

Winds from the southwest at 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph and relative humidity as low as 12 percent are forecast.

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening for the following counties in our area.

Afternoon southwest winds at 20 to 35 mph, with gusts 40 to 50 mph, and relative humidity in the 10 to 20 percent range are forecast.

The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Tuesday afternoon through Tuesday evening for the following counties in our area.

Southwest winds at 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph and relative humidity as low as 15 percent are forecast.

Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly. Use caution  if engaging in activities that could result in fire ignition.

Wind gusts in the 50 to 60 mph range along with very low relative humidity will result in critical fire weather conditions for Tuesday afternoon and early evening. 

Any fires that start will be very difficult if not impossible to control until winds decrease Tuesday night. 

In addition, strong winds will bring blowing dust and may cause tree damage along with minor structure damage.

UPDATE 3:30 p.m. Monday: All counties in our area now are under red flag warnings for Tuesday.READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/30b8eb9f-fcce-481e-bdf3-e48fbe67cf42">All counties in our area under red flag warnings for Tuesday</a>UPDATE 3:45 p.m. Sunday: Fire weather watches have been issued for Tuesday.The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Tuesday morning through late Tuesday night for the following counties in our area.Ellsworth CountyLincoln County Marion CountyMcPherson CountySaline CountyExtreme grassland fire danger is forecast.Winds from the southwest at 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph and relative humidity as low as 12 percent are forecast.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly and become very difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended.The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening for the following counties in our area.Clay CountyCloud CountyDickinson CountyOttawa CountyRepublic CountyAfternoon southwest winds at 20 to 35 mph, with gusts 40 to 50 mph, and relative humidity in the 10 to 20 percent range are forecast.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Tuesday afternoon through Tuesday evening for the following counties in our area.Jewell CountyMitchell CountySouthwest winds at 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph and relative humidity as low as 15 percent are forecast.Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly. Use caution if engaging in activities that could result in fire ignition.<figure>
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 </figure>National Weather ServiceWind gusts in the 50 to 60 mph range along with very low relative humidity will result in critical fire weather conditions for Tuesday afternoon and early evening. Any fires that start will be very difficult if not impossible to control until winds decrease Tuesday night. In addition, strong winds will bring blowing dust and may cause tree damage along with minor structure damage.

UPDATE: All area counties face fire weather watches Tuesday

Plenty of sunshine is expected through Sunday. We will see rising temperatures with highs in the mid to upper 70s on Sunday afternoon. 

Breezy southwest winds will accompany the warmer air resulting in a very high grassland fire danger.

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 </figure>National Weather ServicePlenty of sunshine is expected through Sunday. We will see rising temperatures with highs in the mid to upper 70s on Sunday afternoon. Breezy southwest winds will accompany the warmer air resulting in a very high grassland fire danger.

NWS: Warmer temps, breezy conditions, fire danger Sunday

UPDATE 4:30 p.m. Thursday: More counties in our area now face red flag warnings on Friday.

The National Weather Service in Topeka has moved Dickinson and Ottawa counties into a red flag warning in effect from noon to 9 p.m. Friday. The fire weather watch is no longer in effect.

West to southwest winds sustained at 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph and relative humidity as low as 15 to 30 percent are forecast.

Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Outdoor burning should not occur.

Additionally, the National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon to 9 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.

West to southwest winds sustained at 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph and lowest relative humidity values from 15 to 30 percent.

A red flag warning and a fire weather watch have been issued for counties in our area.

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a red flag warning for extreme grassland fire danger in effect from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.

West winds at 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph, will be strongest over south-central and southeast Kansas. Additionally, relative humidity as low as 15 percent is forecast, with the lowest percentages over southern Kansas.

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Friday afternoon through Friday evening for the following counties in our area.

West to southwest winds sustained at 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph and lowest relative humidity values from 19 to 32 percent are forecast.

UPDATE 4:30 p.m. Thursday: More counties in our area now face red flag warnings on Friday.The National Weather Service in Topeka has moved Dickinson and Ottawa counties into a red flag warning in effect from noon to 9 p.m. Friday. The fire weather watch is no longer in effect.West to southwest winds sustained at 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph and relative humidity as low as 15 to 30 percent are forecast.Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Outdoor burning should not occur.Additionally, the National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon to 9 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.Clay CountyCloud CountyRepublic CountyWest to southwest winds sustained at 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph and lowest relative humidity values from 15 to 30 percent.Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Outdoor burning should not occur.<figure>
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 </figure>By SALINA POSTA red flag warning and a fire weather watch have been issued for counties in our area.<h2>Red flag warnings</h2>The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a red flag warning for extreme grassland fire danger in effect from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.Ellsworth CountyLincoln CountyMarion CountyMcPherson CountySaline CountyWest winds at 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph, will be strongest over south-central and southeast Kansas. Additionally, relative humidity as low as 15 percent is forecast, with the lowest percentages over southern Kansas.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly and become very difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended.<h2>Fire weather watch</h2>The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Friday afternoon through Friday evening for the following counties in our area.Dickinson CountyOttawa CountyWest to southwest winds sustained at 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph and lowest relative humidity values from 19 to 32 percent are forecast.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

UPDATE: Red flag warnings issued for more area counties

Wind advisories have been issued for counties in our area beginning Thursday.

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a wind advisory in effect from 11 a.m. Thursday to 4 a.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.

South winds at 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph are expected.

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a wind advisory in effect from noon Thursday to 4 a.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.

South winds sustained at 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph are expected.

Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Use extra caution when driving on east-to-west-oriented roadways, especially if operating a high-profile vehicle.

By SALINA POSTWind advisories have been issued for counties in our area beginning Thursday.The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a wind advisory in effect from 11 a.m. Thursday to 4 a.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.Ellsworth CountyLincoln CountyMarion CountyMcPherson CountySaline CountySouth winds at 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph are expected.Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high-profile vehicle.The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a wind advisory in effect from noon Thursday to 4 a.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.Clay CountyCloud CountyDickinson CountyOttawa CountyRepublic CountySouth winds sustained at 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph are expected.Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Use extra caution when driving on east-to-west-oriented roadways, especially if operating a high-profile vehicle.

NWS issues wind advisories for our area beginning Thursday

UPDATE 12:30 p.m. Thursday: The National Weather Service has moved Ellsworth, Lincoln, Marion, McPherson, and Saline counties into a red flag warning for Friday.

READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/58c77bba-c002-478e-befe-1c08d128336d">Red flag warning, fire weather watch issued for Friday</a>

Fire weather watches have been issued for counties in our area for Friday.

A fire weather watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur, according to the National Weather Service.

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Friday morning through Friday evening for the following counties in our area.

Extreme grassland fire danger is forecast. Winds from the west at 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph and relative humidity as low as 23 percent are forecast.

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Friday afternoon through Friday evening for the following counties in our area.

Winds from the west to southwest, sustained at 25 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 55 mph and relative humidity from 19 to 32 percent are forecast.

UPDATE 12:30 p.m. Thursday: The National Weather Service has moved Ellsworth, Lincoln, Marion, McPherson, and Saline counties into a red flag warning for Friday.READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/58c77bba-c002-478e-befe-1c08d128336d">Red flag warning, fire weather watch issued for Friday</a><figure>
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 </figure>By SALINA POSTFire weather watches have been issued for counties in our area for Friday.A fire weather watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur, according to the National Weather Service.The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Friday morning through Friday evening for the following counties in our area.Ellsworth CountyLincoln CountyMarion CountyMcPherson CountySaline CountyExtreme grassland fire danger is forecast. Winds from the west at 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph and relative humidity as low as 23 percent are forecast.The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a fire weather watch in effect from Friday afternoon through Friday evening for the following counties in our area.Dickinson CountyOttawa CountyWinds from the west to southwest, sustained at 25 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 55 mph and relative humidity from 19 to 32 percent are forecast.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

UPDATE: Fire weather watch issued for our area Friday

Not seeing precipitation totals from your area after a rain or snow event? Consider becoming a CoCoRaHS volunteer.

"CoCoRaHS is an acronym for the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network.  CoCoRaHS is a unique, non-profit, community-based network of volunteers of all ages and backgrounds working together to measure and map precipitation (rain, hail and snow).   By using low-cost measurement tools, stressing training and education, and utilizing an interactive website, our aim is to provide the highest quality data for natural resource, education and research applications," the organization noted on its website.

CoCoRaHS is in the final days of its big March volunteer recruiting event. In a good-natured competition, the organization's website has a state scoreboard that is updated hourly with the number of new volunteers in each state. As this story is being written, Kansas is tied with Wyoming for sixth place.

After rain, hail, or snow storms, CoCoRaHS volunteers take precipitation measurements. Those totals are then recorded on the CoCoRaHS <a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/ViewData/StateDailyPrecipReports.aspx?state=KS">website</a>&nbsp;(Kansas reporting).

The precipitation totals are used by various organizations and individuals, including the National Weather Service, other meteorologists, hydrologists, emergency managers, insurance adjusters, farmers and ranchers, and, of course, Salina Post.

For more information about CoCoRaHS and its March recruiting event or to sign up as a CoCoRaHS volunteer, <a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/marchmadness.aspx">click here</a>.

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 <figcaption>After rain, hail, and snow storms blow through their areas, CoCoRaHS volunteers report precipitation totals. Photo courtesy Pixabay</figcaption>
 </figure>By SALINA POSTNot seeing precipitation totals from your area after a rain or snow event? Consider becoming a CoCoRaHS volunteer."CoCoRaHS is an acronym for the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network. CoCoRaHS is a unique, non-profit, community-based network of volunteers of all ages and backgrounds working together to measure and map precipitation (rain, hail and snow). By using low-cost measurement tools, stressing training and education, and utilizing an interactive website, our aim is to provide the highest quality data for natural resource, education and research applications," the organization noted on its website.CoCoRaHS is in the final days of its big March volunteer recruiting event. In a good-natured competition, the organization's website has a state scoreboard that is updated hourly with the number of new volunteers in each state. As this story is being written, Kansas is tied with Wyoming for sixth place.After rain, hail, or snow storms, CoCoRaHS volunteers take precipitation measurements. Those totals are then recorded on the CoCoRaHS <a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/ViewData/StateDailyPrecipReports.aspx?state=KS">website</a>&nbsp;(Kansas reporting).The precipitation totals are used by various organizations and individuals, including the National Weather Service, other meteorologists, hydrologists, emergency managers, insurance adjusters, farmers and ranchers, and, of course, Salina Post.For more information about CoCoRaHS and its March recruiting event or to sign up as a CoCoRaHS volunteer, <a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/marchmadness.aspx">click here</a>.

Precipitation reporting organization seeks local, area volunteers

UPDATE Monday evening&nbsp;

National Weather Service

Areas of light rain mixed with snow can be expected tonight with a changeover to snow possible in central Kansas. A slushy accumulation of one-half inch to locally one inch is possible in grassy areas and elevated surfaces. Some slick spots on roadways will be possible.

A mix of rain and snow will impact the region today and tonight, with the greatest chance for light snow accumulations over central Kansas, where patchy slick spots may develop.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceAreas of light rain mixed with snow can be expected tonight with a changeover to snow possible in central Kansas. A slushy accumulation of one-half inch to locally one inch is possible in grassy areas and elevated surfaces. Some slick spots on roadways will be possible.<figure>
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 </figure>National Weather ServiceA mix of rain and snow will impact the region today and tonight, with the greatest chance for light snow accumulations over central Kansas, where patchy slick spots may develop.

UPDATE: Light snow accumulation tonight

This week's weather highlights feature a warming trend and increasing south to southwest winds, which will support elevated grassfire danger Thursday and especially Friday.

Showers are expected across central Kansas on Monday. 

Snow will change to rain in the morning and back to snow at night when temperatures cool. Little to no snow accumulations are expected. 

Severe weather will be possible Thursday night into Friday along with strong gusty winds.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceThis week's weather highlights feature a warming trend and increasing south to southwest winds, which will support elevated grassfire danger Thursday and especially Friday.<figure>
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 </figure>National Weather ServiceShowers are expected across central Kansas on Monday. Snow will change to rain in the morning and back to snow at night when temperatures cool. Little to no snow accumulations are expected. Severe weather will be possible Thursday night into Friday along with strong gusty winds.

UPDATE: Warming trend; elevated grassland fire danger

Light rain showers will be possible over southeast Kansas this afternoon and central Kansas on Monday. 

Cool below-normal temperatures will continue today through Tuesday. Finally, some warmer temps look to arrive for Wednesday and Thursday.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceLight rain showers will be possible over southeast Kansas this afternoon and central Kansas on Monday. Cool below-normal temperatures will continue today through Tuesday. Finally, some warmer temps look to arrive for Wednesday and Thursday.