Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued April 1 at 10:30PM CDT until April 2 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 1, 2026 - 8:30pm
Expires:
April 2, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
The National Weather Service in Amarillo has issued a Red Flag
Warning for breezy winds and low relative humidity, which is in
effect from 1 PM to 10 PM CDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is
no longer in effect.
* WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent.
* TEMPERATURES...In the lower 80s.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will have the potential to
spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
* SEVERITY...
FUELS (ERC)...90th+ percentile...5 (out of 5).
WEATHER...Near Critical...2 (out of 5).
FIRE ENVIRONMENT...7 (out of 10).
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 will
create favorable weather for rapid fire growth and spread. Avoid
activities that promote open flames and sparks.
Area Description:
Cimarron; Texas; Dallam; Sherman; Hartley; Moore; Oldham; Deaf Smith
Forcast Office:
NWS Amarillo TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov