Apr 20, 2023

Fire weather watch issued for Jewell, Mitchell counties Friday

Posted Apr 20, 2023 12:52 PM

By SALINA POST

A fire weather watch has been issued for some counties in our area for Friday.

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

Jewell County

Mitchell County

Northwest winds at 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph and relative humidity as low as 19 percent are forecast.

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