Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued June 7 at 1:48PM PDT until June 8 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 7, 2026 - 1:48pm
Expires:
June 7, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
The National Weather Service in Elko has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Monday. The
Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 425, 426, 427, AND 470.
* WIND...Sustained southwest winds near 20 mph, with gusts 35
to 40 mph.
* HUMIDITY...Minimum relative humidity values as low as 8
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:
White Pine and Northeast Nye Counties; Northern Nye County - Mojave; Central Nevada - Toiyabe; Eastern Elko County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov