Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued May 16 at 12:43PM CDT until May 16 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 10:43am
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
* WINDS...South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 17 percent.
* TEMPERATURES...Up to 101.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
* SEVERITY...
FUELS (ERC)...70th-89th percentile...4 (out of 5).
WEATHER...Near Critical...2 (out of 5).
FIRE ENVIRONMENT...6 (out of 10).
Instruction:
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures will
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
Area Description:
Beckham; Washita; Harmon; Greer; Kiowa; Jackson; Hardeman
Forcast Office:
NWS Norman OK
Sender: