The drizzle and light rain in the Ozarks should end by early Thursday afternoon, but gusty winds will develop in the afternoon hours.
The National Weather Service says a Wind Advisory is in effect from Noon until 6pm for areas along and west of the I-49 corridor.
Gusts of 30 to 40 miles per hour will be common in those areas, with occasional gusts up to 45 miles per hour.
Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged.