Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued April 23 at 12:11AM MDT until April 23 at 7:00PM MDT by NWS Goodland KS
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 22, 2026 - 11:11pm
Expires:
April 23, 2026 - 7:15am
Description:
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 004 Norton.
* TIMING...From 10 AM this morning to 8 PM CDT this evening.
* WINDS...Northwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 13 percent.
* LIGHTNING...Dry lightning possible today and tomorrow, mainly
during the late afternoon and early evening hours.
* IMPACTS...Unpredictable fire behavior. Any fires that develop
may rapidly grow and spread out of control.
Instruction:
Comply with burn bans and regulations. Avoid driving on dry grass
or brush. Maintain vehicle brakes and tires and secure tow chains
to avoid dragging. Never toss lit cigarettes onto the ground.
Area Description:
Norton
Forcast Office:
NWS Goodland KS
Sender: