Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued April 23 at 12:26AM MDT until April 23 at 7:00PM MDT by NWS Goodland KS
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 22, 2026 - 11:26pm
Expires:
April 23, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
The National Weather Service in Goodland has issued a Red Flag
Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect
from 9 AM this morning to 7 PM MDT this evening.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 013 Sherman and 027 Wallace.
* TIMING...From 9 AM this morning to 7 PM MDT this evening.
* WINDS...Northwest 10 to 15 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:
Sherman; Wallace
Forcast Office:
NWS Goodland KS
Sender: