Another Windy Day Ahead

From Meteorologist Brandon Rector...

We started off chilly this morning with temperatures in the low to mid 30s across the area. We should warm up nicely this afternoon. Highs will be in the upper 50s to low 60s. Windy conditions are expected with winds from the north-northwest at 10 to 25 mph. There is an increased fire danger today due to the windy and dry conditions. In fact, Stephens, Eastland, and Commanche counties are under a Red Flag Warning from noon until 6 p.m. today.

Friday looks to be a pretty good day with temperatures in the low 60s and winds from the southwest at 5 to 10 mph.

An upper level system is still projected to pass to our north on Saturday which means that we will likely have windy conditions. With low relative humidity values also expected, most of the National Weather Service offices that cover our viewing area have issued a Fire Weather Watch for Saturday. Right now, only Stonewall, Scurry, and Mitchell counties are not under the watch. That could change, so stay tuned. Highs should reach the upper 70s.

Unfortunately, it looks like we will remain dry for at least the next five to seven days. We all need to continue to be careful and follow the necessary fire prevention precautions.

Have a terrific Thursday!