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FNUS63 KFSD 020933
RFDFSD

Rangeland Fire Danger Statement
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
433 AM CDT Wed Jul 2 2025

.DISCUSSION...

Showers and storms move southeast this morning for areas along and
east of the James River, with additional isolated to scattered
showers and storms east of I-29 this afternoon and evening. Dry
conditions expected during the day Thursday, with scattered
showers and storms returning for Independence Day into the holiday
weekend. Most of the area may see a reprieve Sunday before periods
of showers/storms return early next week.

Hot and humid conditions expected today through the end of the
week, with widespread highs in the 90s Thursday. Near to above
average temperatures prevail. Minimum RH values remain above 30%.

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098-NEZ013-014-SDZ038>040-050-052>071-021245-
Lyon-Osceola-Dickinson-Sioux-O`Brien-Clay-Plymouth-Cherokee-
Buena Vista-Woodbury-Ida-Lincoln-Murray-Cottonwood-Nobles-Jackson-
Pipestone-Rock-Dixon-Dakota-Beadle-Kingsbury-Brookings-Gregory-
Jerauld-Sanborn-Miner-Lake-Moody-Brule-Aurora-Davison-Hanson-
McCook-Minnehaha-Charles Mix-Douglas-Hutchinson-Turner-Bon Homme-
Yankton-Union-

...LOW FIRE DANGER...

The Grassland Fire Danger Index will reach the low category
this afternoon. Favorable weather conditions or a high moisture
content of grasses, and other dry organic material on the
ground, indicate that the probability of a fast moving fire is
low. Outdoor burning under these conditions can usually be
with reasonable safety precautions, but should be monitored.

OUTLOOK FOR THURSDAY AFTERNOON...The Grassland Fire Danger Index
will reach the low category.

The grassland fire danger product reflects fire danger for native
grasses. It is not intended for cured agricultural crops, nor
will it reflect conditions in road ditches which have been mowed.


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