Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued June 6 at 12:29PM PDT until June 6 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 6, 2026 - 12:29pm
Expires:
June 6, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
...Red Flag Warning remains in effect for all fire zones until 11
pm this evening due to strong winds and low relative humity...
...Fire Weather Watch is in effect 11 am to 11 pm on MONDAY for
fire zones 425, 426, 427, and 470 due to strong winds and low
relative humidity...
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 424, 437, 438, AND 469.
* WIND...Sustained southwest winds near 20 mph, with gusts near
35 mph.
* HUMIDITY...Minimum relative humidity values as low as 9
percent.
* HIGHEST THREAT...is located in zone 425.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
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:
Southeastern Humboldt County and northern Lander County; Humboldt County - Quinn; Western Elko County, northern Eureka and Lander Counties north of Interstate 80; Central Elko County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov