Monona-and Harrison Counties: A FIRE WEATHER WATCH IS IN EFFECT FROM 12-P.M. (NOON) FRIDAY THROUGH 9-P.M. FRIDAY, FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY.

* Winds…Northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Relative Humidity…As low as 17 percent.

* Impacts…Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly, exhibit extreme behavior and be very difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings.