Special Weather Statement issued March 14 at 2:40AM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL

Warm and dry conditions are expected this afternoon, with minimum
relative humidity values as low as 30 percent. These conditions,
combined with dry fuels and southerly winds gusting 45-50 mph, will
result in elevated fire danger this afternoon. Do not carelessly
discard cigarettes or matches, use extra caution with farm machinery,
and avoid open burning.

The gusty winds could also cause blowing dust in areas where the soil
has recently been disturbed. Don’t enter any dust plumes if you can
avoid it. If you encounter dense dust, slow down, pull off the
roadway as far as possible, and set the emergency brake. Take your
foot off the brake pedal to prevent traffic from following your tail
lights.