What is a fire weather watch? Why Chicago has a fire weather alert – NBC Chicago

Dry, gusty conditions in Northeastern Illinois prompted the National Weather Service to issue a fire weather watch for Chicago, alongside a wind advisory with gusts up to 50 mph. The watch, effective from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, was due to strong winds, dry air, and dry fuels, creating an elevated fire danger. Temperatures were expected to rise into the mid-40s with mild weather continuing through the week.

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