The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a Special Weather Statement for Ohio County about the danger of wildfires.Gusty winds today increase the danger of wildfires. Southerly surface winds will strengthen this afternoon as a tight pressure gradient remains over the Ohio Valley. Expect winds to increase by around noon and continue through early evening. Winds will be sustained around 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph at times. Use caution if traveling on east to west oriented roads today.