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RFDFSD

Rangeland Fire Danger Statement
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
408 AM CDT Thu May 9 2024

.DISCUSSION...

Scattered showers and possibly an isolated thunderstorm through
the afternoon for areas along and south of I-90. Additional
isolated showers and storms are possible this afternoon into the
evening across the area, but confidence in timing and coverage is
low as dry air may limit precipitation. New rainfall amounts less
than 0.25". Highs today in the 60s and lower 70s, with northwesterly
winds gusting to around 25 mph.

Mostly dry and warmer Friday into Sunday, with highs in the 70s to
lower 80s. Isolated showers/storms possible Friday afternoon and
evening east of Hwy 75, although precipitation may again struggle
to reach the ground. Otherwise, better rain chances return later
in the day Sunday. Winds on Friday will be breezy with gusts to 35
mph.

Warmer than average temperatures continue into early/mid next
week, along with continuing periodic rain/storm chances. Best
chances mid next week.

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...LOW FIRE DANGER...

The Grassland Fire Danger Index will reach the low category
this afternoon. Favorable weather conditions or a high moisture
content of grasses, and other dry organic material on the
ground, indicate that the probability of a fast moving fire is
low. Outdoor burning under these conditions can usually be
with reasonable safety precautions, but should be monitored.

OUTLOOK FOR FRIDAY AFTERNOON...The Grassland Fire Danger Index
will reach the low category.

The grassland fire danger product reflects fire danger for native
grasses. It is not intended for cured agricultural crops, nor
will it reflect conditions in road ditches which have been mowed.


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