Extreme dry conditions, gusty winds fuel expanding fire threat across the Plains into the Rockies

Extreme dry conditions, gusty winds fuel expanding fire threat across the Plains into the Rockies

Extreme dry conditions, ongoing lack of moisture, and gusty winds—some reaching 20–30 mph—are fueling the fire threat across the Plains, expanding into the Rockies. The most critical conditions are expected in central and southeastern Wyoming, where conditions are favorable for fast-moving grass fires. Latest: