Gusty winds and dry conditions are raising fire weather concerns across northern Illinois today, the National Weather Service (NWS) Chicago reports. The advisory is in effect from late Sunday morning through the afternoon, with strong winds increasing the risk of fire spread and causing blowing dust in open areas.
The NWS warns that any grass, brush, or field fire could spread rapidly under these conditions. Southwest winds are expected to gust up to 30 mph, particularly affecting rural roads running east-west near farm fields, where visibility may be reduced by blowing dust.
Residents are advised to avoid outdoor burning and activities that could create sparks, such as welding or using equipment with open flames. Motorists should exercise caution when driving through dusty areas, as visibility may drop suddenly.
The risk of fire and blowing dust is expected to ease by early evening as winds die down. However, forecasters note that continued dry weather could maintain elevated fire danger into the coming week.
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