Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued April 22 at 11:04AM MDT until April 23 at 7:00PM MDT by NWS Goodland KS
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 22, 2026 - 10:04am
Expires:
April 23, 2026 - 2:00am
Description:
The National Weather Service in Goodland has issued a Red Flag
Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect
from 10 AM to 8 PM CDT Thursday.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 004 Norton.
* TIMING...From 10 AM to 8 PM CDT Thursday.
* WINDS...Northwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 13 percent.
* IMPACTS...Unpredictable fire behavior. Any fires that develop
may rapidly grow and spread out of control.
Instruction:
Comply with burn bans and regulations. Avoid driving on dry grass
or brush. Maintain vehicle brakes and tires and secure tow chains
to avoid dragging. Never toss lit cigarettes onto the ground.
Area Description:
Norton
Forcast Office:
NWS Goodland KS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov