A significant fire danger is expected in parts of the Ozarks Tuesday as a result of warm and dry conditions, combined with gusty winds.
A Red Flag Warning is in effect from 11 a.m. through 7 p.m. Tuesday for areas north and west of Springfield.
Outside burning is strongly discouraged in those areas.
Folks should avoid activities that cause open flames or sparks, and properly discard cigarettes.
Also, avoid parking on dry grass.
In addition a Wind Advisory is in effect for Vernon, St. Clair, Barton, Cedar, Jasper and Dade Counties until 3 p.m. Tuesday.
The National Weather Service says south winds of 20 to 30 miles per hour with gusts up to 45 are expected.
Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.