Gusty winds combined with low humidities and dry conditions will increase wildfire danger across all but the southernmost parts Minnesota where a Fire Weather Watch has been issued for Noon tomorrow through 8 PM tomorrow night -- including Benton, Douglas, Kandiyohi, Meeker, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Morrison, Pope, Sherburne, Stearns, Swift, Todd, and Wright Counties.

Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Fire Weather Watch for Thursday

National Weather Service

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A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Fire Weather Warnings.

From the National Weather Service this afternoon: Gusty winds of 25 to 30 MPH and very low relative humidity could lead to possible critical fire weather conditions. This means that any fires that start tomorrow will likely spread rapidly.

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