Another RED FLAG Warning for Northeastern Colorado & Kansas as dry conditions continue across the region
- Media Logic Radio
- 2 hours ago
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From the National Weather Service:
**A Red Flag Warning remains in effect from 10 am this morning to 7-8 pm (MDT) this evening for wind and low relative humidity for the Cheyenne Ridge and northern & northeastern plains. This includes Larimer, Weld, Morgan, Logan, Washington, Sedgwick, Phillips, Yuma, Cheyenne (KS), Dundy, Hitchcock, and Red Willow counties in Colorado and Kansas.
*A Fire Weather Watch remains in effect from noon Wednesday afternoon through 7 pm (MDT) Wednesday for wind and low relative humidity for the Cheyenne Ridge and northeastern plains.
WINDS...Northwest 15 to 30 mph with gusts between 30 & 45 mph.
RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 14-15 percent. On Wednesday, as low as 11-12 percent.
Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread. Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a wildfire.
**A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions will occur. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.
*A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings.
