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Drought Conditions Continue to Deteriorate Across all of Western and North Central Nebraska Over the Past Month.

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A Freeze Warning is in effect tonight through 9 AM CDT / 8 AM MDT Saturday morning. Temperatures are expected to fall into the low to mid 20s across much of western and north-central Nebraska. Freeze conditions could damage or kill sensitive vegetation and may also impact unprotected outdoor plumbing. Take steps now to protect plants, pets, and outdoor pipes from the cold.

A Red Flag Warning is in effect Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening for much of western and north central Nebraska. Northwest winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph, relative humidity values as low as 10 to 15 percent, and temperatures in the 50s to low 60s will create critical fire weather conditions. Any fire that develops could spread rapidly and become difficult to control.