The National Weather Service issued a statement saying elevated fire weather conditions are expected…due to combination of windy conditions, low relative humidities, and cured agriculture fields and prairie grasses. Strong and gusty winds, gusts up to 35 to 45 mph, will be experienced across eastern Nebraska and western Iowa today (Tuesday) through Thursday. Any fire that does start may spread quickly. The gusty winds may cause hazardous travel conditions for high profile vehicles on east west roadways, as well.