Red flag warnings remain in effect across the North Platte area until 9 p.m. Thursday as hot, dry and windy conditions continue.
The high Thursday was expected to reach the low-90s, the National Weather Service reported. North Platte set a record-high temperature for April 12 at 93 —breaking a mark that had stood since 1899. Imperial, Broken Bow and Valentine also all recorded record highs for the date.
Some relief could be possible in the form of precipitation. There is a 20 percent chance of rain Thursday night into Saturday. Winds will shift and bring cooler air, as well. The daytime high Friday and Saturday is only expected to reach the low- to mid-50s.
Skies will clear by Sunday, when the high is expected to be in the mid-60s. By early next week, the mercury will begin to tick back to the 80s.