Elevated Fire Risk due to drought conditions in Logan County; local weather forecast

Parts of Oklahoma, including Logan County, along with western North Texas, are facing heightened fire risks due to an extended period of minimal rainfall, according to the National Weather Service.

The lack of precipitation over the past several weeks has left non-irrigated vegetation significantly stressed and more susceptible to ignition.

Meteorologists warn that the combination of hot and breezy days will further elevate fire weather conditions in the region until substantial rainfall alleviates the dry conditions.

Residents are urged to exercise caution and adhere to any fire bans or safety advisories issued by local authorities.

The weather in Guthrie is set to remain hot and humid over the next few days, with temperatures frequently reaching triple digits.

• Tuesday, July 2: Expect a high of 103°F, with heat index values potentially reaching 108°F. It will be sunny and hot with south-southwest winds around 18 mph, gusting up to 28 mph.

• Wednesday, July 3: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 101°F and heat index values as high as 108°F. South winds will be lighter at 9 to 11 mph. There will be a slight chance of evening showers and thunderstorms.

• Thursday, July 4: Independence Day will be mostly sunny and hot, with a high of around 102°F. There is a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m. South-southwest winds will continue at 11 to 14 mph.

• Thursday Night: A 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a low around 71°F.

• Friday, July 5: Slight chances of showers and thunderstorms early, with a high near 87°F. The chance of precipitation is 20%.

• Saturday, July 6: The day will be sunny with a high near 93°F, followed by a mostly clear night with lows around 70°F.

• Sunday, July 7: There is a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Expect a sunny day with highs around 95°F.

• Monday, July 8: A 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms continues, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 89°F.