Special Weather Statement issued March 17 at 4:47AM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI

The combination of low relative humidity values, warm
temperatures, southerly winds, and dry fuels will result in
elevated fire weather conditions for 11 AM CDT through 8 PM CDT
across west central and southwestern Wisconsin and portions of
northeastern Iowa.. Afternoon relative humidity values will fall
to around 25 to 30 percent with winds of 15 to 25 mph, gusting to
35 mph.

Under these conditions, fires will start and spread easily.
Please exercise caution with any activities that involve outdoor
fires or create sparks, including campfires, grilling, and
operating large equipment. Cigarettes should be disposed of and
extinguished properly. Please heed any local burn bans.

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