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.

Dry conditions persist in Iowa as the state goes from a too wet planting season to an almost too dry harvesting season. The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning, as high winds and dry conditions are raising a risk for fires.

Iowa's recent dry weather, paired with this week's high winds, has created dangerous fire weather across the state. On Wednesday, parts of northwest Iowa are under a red flag warning until 7 p.m. This includes Lyon,