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2025 [KDMX] DES_MOINES Red Flag (FW) Warning (W) Number 2

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Storm Based Warning History

510 
WWUS83 KDMX 091920
RFWDMX

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
220 PM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...Critical Fire Weather Conditions on Monday...

.Warm, dry, and breezy conditions will combine to create a 
critical fire weather danger on Monday across portions of southern
into central Iowa. Fires have the potential to spread rapidly.

IAZ070>075-081>086-092>097-100330-
/O.UPG.KDMX.FW.A.0001.250310T1700Z-250311T0100Z/
/O.NEW.KDMX.FW.W.0002.250310T1700Z-250311T0100Z/
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-
Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
220 PM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT MONDAY FOR
CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN SOUTHERN AND CENTRAL IOWA...

The National Weather Service in Des Moines has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from noon to 8 PM CDT Monday. The
Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. 

* AFFECTED AREA...Parts of southern into central Iowa.

* WIND...Southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 
  mph. 

* HUMIDITY...Falling to a minimum of 20 to 25% in the afternoon.

* IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. 
  Outdoor burning is not recommended.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$

IAZ059>062-100330-
/O.NEW.KDMX.FW.W.0002.250310T1700Z-250311T0100Z/
Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-
220 PM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT MONDAY FOR
CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN SOUTHERN AND CENTRAL IOWA...

The National Weather Service in Des Moines has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from noon to 8 PM CDT Monday. 

* AFFECTED AREA...Parts of southern into central Iowa. 

* WIND...Southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 
  mph. 

* HUMIDITY...Falling to a minimum of 20 to 25% in the afternoon.

* IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. 
  Outdoor burning is not recommended.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$


For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/desmoines
964 
WWUS83 KDMX 100440
RFWDMX

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
1140 PM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...Critical Fire Weather Conditions on Monday...

.Warm, dry, and breezy conditions will combine to create a
critical fire weather danger on Monday across portions of
southern into central Iowa. Fires have the potential to spread
rapidly.

IAZ059>062-070>075-081>086-092>097-101245-
/O.CON.KDMX.FW.W.0002.250310T1700Z-250311T0100Z/
Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-
Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-
Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
1140 PM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT
MONDAY FOR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN SOUTHERN AND
CENTRAL IOWA...

* AFFECTED AREA...Parts of southern into central Iowa.

* WIND...Southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 
  mph.

* HUMIDITY...Falling to a minimum of 20 to 25% in the afternoon.

* IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. 
  Outdoor burning is not recommended.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$


For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/desmoines
615 
WWUS83 KDMX 100813
RFWDMX

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
313 AM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...Critical Fire Weather Conditions Today...

.Warm, dry, and breezy conditions will combine to create critical
fire weather danger on Monday across portions of southern into 
central Iowa. Fires have the potential to spread rapidly. 

IAZ049-050-101615-
/O.EXA.KDMX.FW.W.0002.250310T1700Z-250311T0100Z/
Marshall-Tama-
313 AM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM CDT THIS
EVENING FOR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN CENTRAL IOWA...

The National Weather Service in Des Moines has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from noon today to 8 PM CDT this
evening. 

* AFFECTED AREA...Marshall and Tama Counties.

* WIND...Southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 
  mph.

* HUMIDITY...Falling to a minimum of 20 to 25% in the afternoon.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$

IAZ059>062-070>075-081>086-092>097-101615-
/O.CON.KDMX.FW.W.0002.250310T1700Z-250311T0100Z/
Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-
Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-
Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
313 AM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM CDT THIS
EVENING FOR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN SOUTHERN AND 
CENTRAL IOWA...

* AFFECTED AREA...Parts of southern into central Iowa.

* WIND...Southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 
  mph.

* HUMIDITY...Falling to a minimum of 20 to 25% in the afternoon.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$


For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/desmoines
701 
WWUS83 KDMX 101548
RFWDMX

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
1048 AM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...Critical Fire Weather Conditions Today...

.Warm, dry, and breezy conditions in addition to areas with very
dry fuels, will combine to create critical fire weather danger 
today across portions of southern into central Iowa. Rapid fire 
growth is possible under these conditions. 

IAZ049-050-059>062-070>075-081>086-092>097-110000-
/O.CON.KDMX.FW.W.0002.250310T1700Z-250311T0100Z/
Marshall-Tama-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-
Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-
Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
1048 AM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING
FOR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN CENTRAL IOWA...

* AFFECTED AREA...Marshall and Tama Counties.

* WIND...Southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 
  mph.

* HUMIDITY...Falling to a minimum of 20 to 25% in the afternoon.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$


For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/desmoines
344 
WWUS83 KDMX 101558
RFWDMX

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
1058 AM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...Critical Fire Weather Conditions Today...

.Warm, dry, and breezy conditions in addition to areas with very
dry fuels, will combine to create critical fire weather danger
today across portions of southern into central Iowa. Rapid fire
growth is possible under these conditions.

IAZ049-050-059>062-070>075-081>086-092>097-110000-
/O.CON.KDMX.FW.W.0002.250310T1700Z-250311T0100Z/
Marshall-Tama-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-
Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-
Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
1058 AM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING
FOR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN CENTRAL IOWA...

* AFFECTED AREA...Parts of central and southern Iowa.

* WIND...Southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 
  mph.

* HUMIDITY...Falling to a minimum of 20 to 25% in the afternoon.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$


For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/desmoines
923 
WWUS83 KDMX 101954
RFWDMX

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
254 PM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...Critical Fire Weather Conditions Today...

.Warm, dry, and breezy conditions in addition to areas with very
dry fuels, will combine to create critical fire weather danger
through the afternoon into mid-evening across portions of 
southern into central Iowa. Rapid fire growth is possible under 
these conditions.

IAZ049-050-059>062-070>075-081>086-092>097-110100-
/O.CON.KDMX.FW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-250311T0100Z/
Marshall-Tama-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-
Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-
Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
254 PM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING
FOR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN CENTRAL IOWA...

* AFFECTED AREA...Parts of central and southern Iowa.

* WIND...Southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.

* HUMIDITY...Falling to a minimum of 20 to 25% this afternoon.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$


For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/desmoines
800 
WWUS83 KDMX 110044
RFWDMX

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
744 PM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

IAZ049-050-059>062-070>075-081>086-092>097-110145-
/O.EXP.KDMX.FW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-250311T0100Z/
Marshall-Tama-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-
Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-
Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
744 PM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

The Red Flag warning that was previously in effect will be 
allowed to expire at 8pm. Winds have decreased significantly with
relative humidities slowly increasing as well.

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/desmoines

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510 
WWUS83 KDMX 091920
RFWDMX

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
220 PM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...Critical Fire Weather Conditions on Monday...

.Warm, dry, and breezy conditions will combine to create a 
critical fire weather danger on Monday across portions of southern
into central Iowa. Fires have the potential to spread rapidly.

IAZ070>075-081>086-092>097-100330-
/O.UPG.KDMX.FW.A.0001.250310T1700Z-250311T0100Z/
/O.NEW.KDMX.FW.W.0002.250310T1700Z-250311T0100Z/
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-
Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
220 PM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT MONDAY FOR
CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN SOUTHERN AND CENTRAL IOWA...

The National Weather Service in Des Moines has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from noon to 8 PM CDT Monday. The
Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. 

* AFFECTED AREA...Parts of southern into central Iowa.

* WIND...Southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 
  mph. 

* HUMIDITY...Falling to a minimum of 20 to 25% in the afternoon.

* IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. 
  Outdoor burning is not recommended.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$

IAZ059>062-100330-
/O.NEW.KDMX.FW.W.0002.250310T1700Z-250311T0100Z/
Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-
220 PM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT MONDAY FOR
CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN SOUTHERN AND CENTRAL IOWA...

The National Weather Service in Des Moines has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from noon to 8 PM CDT Monday. 

* AFFECTED AREA...Parts of southern into central Iowa. 

* WIND...Southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 
  mph. 

* HUMIDITY...Falling to a minimum of 20 to 25% in the afternoon.

* IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. 
  Outdoor burning is not recommended.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$


For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/desmoines
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964 
WWUS83 KDMX 100440
RFWDMX

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
1140 PM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...Critical Fire Weather Conditions on Monday...

.Warm, dry, and breezy conditions will combine to create a
critical fire weather danger on Monday across portions of
southern into central Iowa. Fires have the potential to spread
rapidly.

IAZ059>062-070>075-081>086-092>097-101245-
/O.CON.KDMX.FW.W.0002.250310T1700Z-250311T0100Z/
Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-
Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-
Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
1140 PM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT
MONDAY FOR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN SOUTHERN AND
CENTRAL IOWA...

* AFFECTED AREA...Parts of southern into central Iowa.

* WIND...Southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 
  mph.

* HUMIDITY...Falling to a minimum of 20 to 25% in the afternoon.

* IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. 
  Outdoor burning is not recommended.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$


For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/desmoines
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615 
WWUS83 KDMX 100813
RFWDMX

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
313 AM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...Critical Fire Weather Conditions Today...

.Warm, dry, and breezy conditions will combine to create critical
fire weather danger on Monday across portions of southern into 
central Iowa. Fires have the potential to spread rapidly. 

IAZ049-050-101615-
/O.EXA.KDMX.FW.W.0002.250310T1700Z-250311T0100Z/
Marshall-Tama-
313 AM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM CDT THIS
EVENING FOR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN CENTRAL IOWA...

The National Weather Service in Des Moines has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from noon today to 8 PM CDT this
evening. 

* AFFECTED AREA...Marshall and Tama Counties.

* WIND...Southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 
  mph.

* HUMIDITY...Falling to a minimum of 20 to 25% in the afternoon.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$

IAZ059>062-070>075-081>086-092>097-101615-
/O.CON.KDMX.FW.W.0002.250310T1700Z-250311T0100Z/
Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-
Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-
Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
313 AM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM CDT THIS
EVENING FOR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN SOUTHERN AND 
CENTRAL IOWA...

* AFFECTED AREA...Parts of southern into central Iowa.

* WIND...Southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 
  mph.

* HUMIDITY...Falling to a minimum of 20 to 25% in the afternoon.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$


For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/desmoines
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701 
WWUS83 KDMX 101548
RFWDMX

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
1048 AM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...Critical Fire Weather Conditions Today...

.Warm, dry, and breezy conditions in addition to areas with very
dry fuels, will combine to create critical fire weather danger 
today across portions of southern into central Iowa. Rapid fire 
growth is possible under these conditions. 

IAZ049-050-059>062-070>075-081>086-092>097-110000-
/O.CON.KDMX.FW.W.0002.250310T1700Z-250311T0100Z/
Marshall-Tama-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-
Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-
Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
1048 AM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING
FOR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN CENTRAL IOWA...

* AFFECTED AREA...Marshall and Tama Counties.

* WIND...Southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 
  mph.

* HUMIDITY...Falling to a minimum of 20 to 25% in the afternoon.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$


For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/desmoines
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344 
WWUS83 KDMX 101558
RFWDMX

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
1058 AM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...Critical Fire Weather Conditions Today...

.Warm, dry, and breezy conditions in addition to areas with very
dry fuels, will combine to create critical fire weather danger
today across portions of southern into central Iowa. Rapid fire
growth is possible under these conditions.

IAZ049-050-059>062-070>075-081>086-092>097-110000-
/O.CON.KDMX.FW.W.0002.250310T1700Z-250311T0100Z/
Marshall-Tama-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-
Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-
Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
1058 AM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING
FOR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN CENTRAL IOWA...

* AFFECTED AREA...Parts of central and southern Iowa.

* WIND...Southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 
  mph.

* HUMIDITY...Falling to a minimum of 20 to 25% in the afternoon.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$


For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/desmoines
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923 
WWUS83 KDMX 101954
RFWDMX

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
254 PM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...Critical Fire Weather Conditions Today...

.Warm, dry, and breezy conditions in addition to areas with very
dry fuels, will combine to create critical fire weather danger
through the afternoon into mid-evening across portions of 
southern into central Iowa. Rapid fire growth is possible under 
these conditions.

IAZ049-050-059>062-070>075-081>086-092>097-110100-
/O.CON.KDMX.FW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-250311T0100Z/
Marshall-Tama-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-
Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-
Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
254 PM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING
FOR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN CENTRAL IOWA...

* AFFECTED AREA...Parts of central and southern Iowa.

* WIND...Southwest winds at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.

* HUMIDITY...Falling to a minimum of 20 to 25% this afternoon.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$


For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/desmoines
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800 
WWUS83 KDMX 110044
RFWDMX

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
744 PM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

IAZ049-050-059>062-070>075-081>086-092>097-110145-
/O.EXP.KDMX.FW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-250311T0100Z/
Marshall-Tama-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-
Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-
Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
744 PM CDT Mon Mar 10 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

The Red Flag warning that was previously in effect will be 
allowed to expire at 8pm. Winds have decreased significantly with
relative humidities slowly increasing as well.

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/desmoines

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