The National Weather Service in SPRINGFIELD has issued a Red Flag

Warning, which is in effect until 6 PM CST this evening.

* AFFECTED AREA...All of SWMO

* WIND...Sustained west to northwest winds of 15 to 25 mph with

  gusts around 30 mph.

* HUMIDITY...18 to 25 percent.

* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.

  Outdoor burning is not recommended.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions

are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of

strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can

contribute to extreme fire behavior.