Isolated Severe Storms Possible Across the Southeast Today
A line of strong thunderstorms will move across parts of the Southeast this morning into the early afternoon as a cold front pushes east. A few storms may become severe, producing damaging wind gusts and possibly an isolated tornado, especially across portions of the Florida Panhandle, southern Alabama, and nearby areas. Warm, humid air from the Gulf of Mexico combined with strong winds in the atmosphere will help storms remain organized as they track eastward. The main threat should diminish by early afternoon as the front moves offshore of the Carolinas. Farther north across the northern Plains, strong winds will develop as another weather system moves through, though thunderstorms there are expected to remain weak with only isolated lightning possible.

Critical Fire Weather Conditions Across the Central and Southern Plains
Dangerous fire weather conditions are expected today across parts of the central and southern Plains as a strong storm system moves from the northern Plains toward the Upper Midwest. This system will create widespread dry and windy conditions across the region. Strong winds, generally between 25 and 35 mph, combined with very low humidity levels around 10 to 15 percent, will increase the risk of rapidly spreading wildfires. The driest and most critical conditions are expected across portions of the southern Plains where vegetation is especially dry. Farther north, stronger winds are possible, but slightly higher humidity and recent rainfall may somewhat limit the fire threat. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged due to the high potential for fires to spread quickly.