"Red flag Warnings span from Kansas to Minnesota and reiterate the potential for fires to spread rapidly," the NWS said.

What is a red flag warning? In the lead-up to the 2020 election, all eyes are on Iowa. Get updates of all things Iowa politics delivered to your inbox. Warm temperatures combined with low humidities and strong winds create an increased risk for fire danger.

The National Weather Service issued a warning to 85 counties due to "extreme fire danger." The alert states that critical fire conditions are possible across the entire state due to low humidity, very dry conditions, and strong southerly winds.