Bismarck, ND – North Dakota is on alert for elevated fire-weather conditions due to an upper-level trough moving eastward across the region. The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center forecasts isolated dry thunderstorms on Thursday, which could spark wildfires in receptive fuel areas.
The NWS indicates that the thunderstorms will bring both wet and dry conditions, complicating fire risk predictions. Elevated fire-weather conditions are anticipated in the southern Cascades and northern Great Plains, impacting areas across North Dakota.
Residents are advised to stay informed about weather updates and take necessary precautions, especially in dry, fuel-rich regions. Strong southerly winds and hot, dry conditions are expected to persist into the evening, heightening the wildfire risk. The NWS will continue to monitor and provide updates on the situation.
