Strong winds and dry conditions are fueling wildfires and increasing threats across Texas. Climate researchers have said the ingredients are in place for a wildfire threat North Texas hasn't seen in at least 10 years. Several wildfires remain active in the state, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service.

A dangerous combination of hurricane-force winds, dry land and cratering humidity levels are bringing sweeping dust storms and an “extremely critical” fire threat to millions across

Gusts — remember those? — could reach 50 mph Sunday night. Rains may ease drought conditions at a crucial time.

Poor air quality is being observed Saturday for the state and Indiana, and air quality is expected to be at unhealthy levels for everyone, the weather service posted on X.

A dangerous storm system is expected to sweep through the St. Louis region Friday evening, bringing the potential for destructive winds and fast-moving tornadoes, with the metro area under a Level 4 out of 5 risk for severe weather.