Unseasonably warm temperatures and a dry air mass across the Lakes Region have Emergency and Weather Officials continuing to warn against outdoor burning.
In Arkansas, several counties including Boone, Madison, Marion, Newton, and Searcy have issued Bun Bans.
Even in areas where Burn Bans are not in place, officials warn of the danger of fires quickly accelerating due to the conditions.
The National Weather Service has issued an Elevated to Significant Fire Risk for Thursday due to the record highs expected.
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