Due to the high winds and dry conditions, no burning will be allowed in Riley County today, according to the Northeast Kansas Regional Notification System.
The rangeland fire danger index will be in the extreme category this afternoon. Extreme fire danger means that fires start quickly...spread furiously and burn intensely. All fires are potentially serious.
All outdoor burning should be avoided in areas with extreme fire danger.
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM