Johnson County residents discouraged from burning today

County release
05/04/26

The National Weather Service in the Quad Cities says strong southwest winds gusting up to 30 miles per hour will combine with warm temperatures and low humidity today to produce and Elevated Fire Danger.

If a fire were to start under these conditions, thee would be an increased threat of fire spread and difficult to control.

Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged today, and residents are encouraged to use extra caution while operating outdoor equipment and to not casually discard cigarettes.