Windy conditions cause fire danger and hazardous driving conditions

Low relative humidity and windy conditions will allow for significant fire weather conditions this afternoon(tues) across the Missouri Ozarks. Mark Burchfield with the National Weather Service explains that outdoor burning is not advised…

Gusty winds may also cause problems for those driving high-profile vehicles..

Winds this afternoon will likely reach 30 to 35 mph, with wind gusts in excess of 40 miles per hour in the western half of the state. Heads up for those driving on Interstates 70, 44, 35, 29, and 49 and U.S. routes 24, 36, 50, 54, and 60!