St. Louis, MO – The National Weather Service in St. Louis has issued a warning for elevated fire danger this afternoon, Wednesday, November 12, 2025, across northeast Missouri and west-central Illinois.
Forecasters say a combination of low humidity and gusty winds will make erratic fire spread likely if any fires ignite. The alert covers areas north and west of St. Louis, including Hannibal, Quincy, and Bowling Green, where the dry air and breezy conditions will persist through late afternoon.
The NWS urges residents to take precautions to prevent accidental fires, including:
- Properly discarding cigarettes and avoiding tossing them from vehicles.
- Avoiding parking vehicles or trailers on dry grass.
- Refraining from outdoor burning or using open flames until conditions improve.
Officials emphasize that even a small spark could quickly grow into a fast-moving fire under today’s weather pattern. Winds are expected to ease and humidity to rise this evening, reducing risk overnight.
For real-time updates and fire weather forecasts, visit weather.gov/lsx.
