The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a Red Flag Warning for extreme grassland fire danger, which is in effect from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m today.
South winds will be sustained at 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. Wind gusts may approach 50 mph across parts of southern Kansas.
Relative humidity will be as low as 25 to 35 percent.
Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly and become very difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
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.