FNUS21 KWNS 150553
FWDDY1

Day 1 Fire Weather Outlook
NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
1252 AM CDT Wed Apr 15 2026

Valid 151200Z - 161200Z

...Synopsis...
The upper-level trough will depart the southern Plains through the
day today. A weak lee trough will develop in the High Plains. Dry
return flow will continue in the southern Appalachians/Mid-Atlantic.

...Southern High Plains...
Modest mid-level winds across the southern Rockies will promote a
weak lee trough to the east. Surface winds of 15 to locally 20 mph
are possible amid a dry airmass (10-20% RH by the afternoon).
Elevated fire weather is expected given continued lack of rainfall
and dry fuels.

...Southern Appalachians into the Mid-Atlantic...
Dry and breezy conditions are expected during the afternoon as
temperatures warm into the mid 80s to low 90s F. RH of 25-35% is
probable for most areas, but values closer to 20% may occur locally.
Very dry fuels will support an elevated fire weather threat.

..Wendt.. 04/15/2026

...Please see www.spc.noaa.gov/fire for graphic product...

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