Texas Red Flag Warning | Effective 05/17/2026 09:07

Headline: 
Red Flag Warning issued May 17 at 11:07AM CDT until May 18 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX
Event: 
Red Flag Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 17, 2026 - 9:07am
Expires: 
May 17, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description: 
The National Weather Service in Lubbock has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM to 10 PM CDT Monday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * Wind...Southwest at 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 to 50 mph. * Humidity...As low as 5 percent. * Fuels...Critically dry to extremely dry. * Impacts...Any fires that develop can spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is discouraged.
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: 
Childress; Cottle
Forcast Office: 
NWS Lubbock TX