Significant fire danger for the Plains

On Friday morning, powerful winds kicked up dust and lowered visibility in Lubbock, Texas. High winds and low humidity will keep fire danger very high throughout Friday.

Strong winds blew dust around in Lubbock, Texas, on Friday morning. The dust was even visible on our WeatherRadar.

Wind gusts in excess of 60 mph today combined with low humidity will keep the fire risk high across the southern and central Plains. A wildfire outbreak is possible across portions of Texas, Oklahoma into western Missouri.

Video from social media above shows strong winds and dust affecting farms near Ulysses, Kans. on Friday, March 14, 2025. Strong wind gusts over 60 mph were forecast to continue through Friday evening.

These gusty winds are kicking up behind a powerful storm system that will produce severe weather later today into the weekend. Keep an eye on the WindRadar today and avoid burning and any activities that may produce sparks.