While we did see a line of showers move through earlier this morning, most of the area saw less than a 0.10″ of rainfall. Now, with gusty winds kicking up and humidity levels dropping, fire concerns return.
Gusty Winds & Fire Danger:
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- Strong winds combined with dry air and ample fuel will create a high fire danger most of the day on Wednesday.
- Wind gusts of up to 40 mph out of the west will be possible, allowing for the quick spread of any fire that develops.
- Burn bans remain in place in numerous South Texas counties.
Current Drought Situation:
- Exceptional drought conditions stretch from Webb County north into Dimmit and Maverick County.
- Extreme drought is creeping into Bexar County and the San Antonio area.
- Rain last year produced good plant growth, which in the current drought situation, is providing fuel for fires.
Spring Outlook:
- La Nina is helping to create a dry pattern that is expected to continue into early summer.
- As the drought worsens, lake levels will fall and grassfires will remain a concern.
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