Elevated fire danger in South Dakota

No Wait Weather

by: Star Harvey

Posted: Apr 5, 2021 / 08:14 AM CDT / Updated: Apr 6, 2021 / 10:13 AM CDT

HOUSTON (CW39) Brian Karstens, meteorologist in South Dakota tells us about fires in the state. A Red Flag Warning is still in effect today. He and CW39 meteorologist Star Harvey discuss the forecast and fire weather issues.

Rain is in the forecast and that could be helpful when it comes to those fires. Karstens says 2 inches of rain are also expected. But is it enough to starve off fires?

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