Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued April 2 at 12:57PM MDT until April 3 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Denver CO
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 2, 2026 - 11:57am
Expires:
April 2, 2026 - 11:15pm
Description:
The National Weather Service in Denver has issued a Red Flag
Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect
from noon to 6 PM MDT Friday.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 246.
* TIMING...From noon to 6 PM MDT Friday.
* WINDS...Northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 14 percent.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread.
Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a
spark and start a wildfire.
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 can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
Area Description:
North and Northeast Elbert County Below 6000 Feet/North Lincoln County
Forcast Office:
NWS Denver CO
Sender: