Colorado Severe Red Flag Warning | Effective 08/04/2026 11:19
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Red
Flag Warning for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry
fuels, which is in effect from 1 PM to 8 PM MDT Wednesday.
* AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 293 Gunnison
Basin Forecast Area.
* TIMING...From 1 PM to 8 PM MDT Wednesday.
* WINDS...Northwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...8 to 13 percent.
* IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread
quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.