Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued April 27 at 12:35PM CDT until April 28 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 27, 2026 - 10:35am
Expires:
April 28, 2026 - 12:00am
Description:
The National Weather Service in Amarillo has issued a Red Flag
Warning for breezy wind and dry conditions, which is in effect
from noon to 8 PM CDT Tuesday.
* WINDS...For today, west 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
For Tuesday, west 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 6 percent on both days.
* TEMPERATURES...In the upper 70s to 80s on both days.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will have the potential to
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...5 (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
create favorable weather for rapid fire growth and spread. Avoid
activities that promote open flames and sparks.
Area Description:
Hartley; Oldham; Potter; Deaf Smith; Randall; Armstrong; Palo Duro Canyon
Forcast Office:
NWS Amarillo TX
Sender: