Dry conditions continue to impact the Lakes Region.
The National Weather Service says in a statement that some elevated fire weather conditions will occur across portions of the area late this morning into early this evening as southerly winds combine with a seasonably warm and dry air mass.
Officials are cautioning against outdoor burning today because of these conditions as fires can get out of control quickly.
A system is expected to bring rain to the Lakes Region on Saturday.
Cool Saturday Leads to Warm-Up Beginning Sunday
The Cool Weather left behind by the recent round of storms that struck the Lakes Region lingers one more day prior to a warm-up.
State Officials on Hand for Route 66 Centennial Kick-off, Talk 1-44 Improvements
Thursday's opening of the National Route 66 Centennial Celebration in Springfield also sparked talk of future projects on what is now Route 66.
Recent Rain Has Small Impact on Drought Report
While the Tuesday rains were much needed in the Lakes Region, the showers had little impact on this week's report from the U.S. Drought Monitor.
Spot Opening to Represent Branson on TCED Board
Potential candidates have a week to apply for a position on an area board.
Governor Signs Bill into Law Antisemitic Speech and Discriminatory Language in Missouri Schools
Antisemitic speech and discriminatory language will soon be prohibited in Missouri public and charter schools.
