This week, the southern and central Plains face heightened wildfire danger fueled by strong, dry winds expected to gust up to 40 miles per hour in affected areas. Meteorologist David Roth pointed out that very low humidity levels, below 20%, combined with rising temperatures, exacerbate this situation. A recent cold front has pushed moisture away, leaving the regions parched and susceptible to wildfires, highlighting the challenges for firefighters as wind increases the rate at which fires can spread.
One key factor driving the intense wildfire danger in the southern and central Plains this week is the combination of dry, gusty winds and very low humidity.
David Roth emphasized the concerning conditions: "For every 10 miles an hour, a fire can move a mile each day. The higher the wind is, the harder it is to control."
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