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Red Flag Warning
(Particularly Dangerous Situation)
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 10:00 AM MDT – Thursday, Apr 23 2026 12:00 AM MDT
Issued by NWS Pueblo CO
THIS IS A PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION FOR ZONE 220 TODAY
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONE 220...
* THIS IS A PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION
MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONE 220...
* THIS IS A PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION
Affected Area:
Fire Weather Zone 220.
Fire Weather Zone 220.
Timing:
From 10 AM this morning to midnight MDT tonight.
From 10 AM this morning to midnight MDT tonight.
Winds:
Southwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.
Southwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.
Relative Humidity:
As low as 8 percent.
As low as 8 percent.
Impacts:
Extreme fire danger is expected. Fires will
uncontrollably spread and be very destructive.
Extreme fire danger is expected. Fires will
uncontrollably spread and be very destructive.
Instructions:
This is a Particularly Dangerous Situation that poses a
significant threat to life and property for both rural and urban
environments in the event of a wildfire start or existing fire.
In some cases, safe and timely evacuation may not be possible
should a fire approach.
Avoid debris burning, campfires, and any outdoor activity or use
of equipment that could produce a spark. Follow all local fire
restrictions. Visit ready.gov/wildfires#preparedness for tips on
how to prepare for a wildfire.
This is a Particularly Dangerous Situation that poses a
significant threat to life and property for both rural and urban
environments in the event of a wildfire start or existing fire.
In some cases, safe and timely evacuation may not be possible
should a fire approach.
Avoid debris burning, campfires, and any outdoor activity or use
of equipment that could produce a spark. Follow all local fire
restrictions. Visit ready.gov/wildfires#preparedness for tips on
how to prepare for a wildfire.
Areas Impacted:
Upper Arkansas River Valley Including Lake County and Chaffee County
Red Flag Warning
(Particularly Dangerous Situation)
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 10:00 AM MDT – Thursday, Apr 23 2026 12:00 AM MDT
Issued by NWS Pueblo CO
THIS IS A PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION TODAY FOR ZONES 224 AND 225
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 221, 222, 224, 225,
226, 227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236, AND 237...
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 9 PM MDT THURSDAY FOR
FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 221, 222, 224, 225, 226, 227, 228, 229,
230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236, AND 237...
The National Weather Service in Pueblo has issued a Red Flag
Warning for gusty winds and low relative humidity, which is in
effect from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is
no longer in effect.
* THIS IS A PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION TODAY FOR ZONES 224
AND 225
MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 221, 222, 224, 225,
226, 227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236, AND 237...
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 9 PM MDT THURSDAY FOR
FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 221, 222, 224, 225, 226, 227, 228, 229,
230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236, AND 237...
The National Weather Service in Pueblo has issued a Red Flag
Warning for gusty winds and low relative humidity, which is in
effect from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is
no longer in effect.
* THIS IS A PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION TODAY FOR ZONES 224
AND 225
Affected Area:
Fire Weather Zones 221, 222, 224, 225, 226,
227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236 and 237.
Fire Weather Zones 221, 222, 224, 225, 226,
227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236 and 237.
Timing:
For the first Red Flag Warning, from 10 AM this
morning to midnight MDT tonight. For the second Red Flag
Warning, from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Thursday.
For the first Red Flag Warning, from 10 AM this
morning to midnight MDT tonight. For the second Red Flag
Warning, from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Thursday.
Winds:
For Zone 224 today, west-southwest 30 to 40 mph with
gusts to 60 mph. For Zone 225 today, west-southwest 30 to 40 mph
with gusts to 55 mph. For all remaining zones today, west-
southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. For all zones on
Thursday, west 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph, becoming
northwest in the afternoon.
For Zone 224 today, west-southwest 30 to 40 mph with
gusts to 60 mph. For Zone 225 today, west-southwest 30 to 40 mph
with gusts to 55 mph. For all remaining zones today, west-
southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. For all zones on
Thursday, west 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph, becoming
northwest in the afternoon.
Relative Humidity:
As low as 6 percent.
As low as 6 percent.
Impacts:
Extreme fire danger is expected. Fires will
uncontrollably spread and be very destructive.
Extreme fire danger is expected. Fires will
uncontrollably spread and be very destructive.
Instructions:
This is a Particularly Dangerous Situation that poses a significant
threat to life and property for both rural and urban environments in
the event of a wildfire start or existing fire. In some cases, safe
and timely evacuation may not be possible should a fire approach.
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.
This is a Particularly Dangerous Situation that poses a significant
threat to life and property for both rural and urban environments in
the event of a wildfire start or existing fire. In some cases, safe
and timely evacuation may not be possible should a fire approach.
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.
Areas Impacted:
Teller County/Rampart Range Including Pikes Peak and Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument
Fremont County Including Canon City/Howard/Texas Creek
San Luis Valley Including Alamosa/Del Norte/Fort Garland/Saguache
Southern Front Range Including Sangre De Cristo Mountains/Wet Mountains/La Veta Pass
Northern El Paso County Including Monument and Black Forest
Southern El Paso County Including Fort Carson and Colorado Springs
Pueblo County Including Pueblo
Huerfano County Including Walsenburg
Western Las Animas County Including Trinidad and Thatcher
Crowley County Including Ordway
Otero County Including La Junta and Western Comanche Grasslands
Eastern Las Animas County Including Pinon Canyon
Kiowa County Including Eads
Bent County Including Las Animas
Prowers County Including Lamar
Baca County Including Springfield and Eastern Comanche Grasslands
Red Flag Warning
(Particularly Dangerous Situation)
In effect:
Thursday, Apr 23 2026 11:00 AM MDT – Thursday, Apr 23 2026 9:00 PM MDT
Issued by NWS Pueblo CO
THIS IS A PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION TODAY FOR ZONES 224 AND 225
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 221, 222, 224, 225,
226, 227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236, AND 237...
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 9 PM MDT THURSDAY FOR
FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 221, 222, 224, 225, 226, 227, 228, 229,
230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236, AND 237...
The National Weather Service in Pueblo has issued a Red Flag
Warning for gusty winds and low relative humidity, which is in
effect from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is
no longer in effect.
* THIS IS A PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION TODAY FOR ZONES 224
AND 225
MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 221, 222, 224, 225,
226, 227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236, AND 237...
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 9 PM MDT THURSDAY FOR
FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 221, 222, 224, 225, 226, 227, 228, 229,
230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236, AND 237...
The National Weather Service in Pueblo has issued a Red Flag
Warning for gusty winds and low relative humidity, which is in
effect from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is
no longer in effect.
* THIS IS A PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION TODAY FOR ZONES 224
AND 225
Affected Area:
Fire Weather Zones 221, 222, 224, 225, 226,
227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236 and 237.
Fire Weather Zones 221, 222, 224, 225, 226,
227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236 and 237.
Timing:
For the first Red Flag Warning, from 10 AM this
morning to midnight MDT tonight. For the second Red Flag
Warning, from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Thursday.
For the first Red Flag Warning, from 10 AM this
morning to midnight MDT tonight. For the second Red Flag
Warning, from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Thursday.
Winds:
For Zone 224 today, west-southwest 30 to 40 mph with
gusts to 60 mph. For Zone 225 today, west-southwest 30 to 40 mph
with gusts to 55 mph. For all remaining zones today, west-
southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. For all zones on
Thursday, west 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph, becoming
northwest in the afternoon.
For Zone 224 today, west-southwest 30 to 40 mph with
gusts to 60 mph. For Zone 225 today, west-southwest 30 to 40 mph
with gusts to 55 mph. For all remaining zones today, west-
southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. For all zones on
Thursday, west 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph, becoming
northwest in the afternoon.
Relative Humidity:
As low as 6 percent.
As low as 6 percent.
Impacts:
Extreme fire danger is expected. Fires will
uncontrollably spread and be very destructive.
Extreme fire danger is expected. Fires will
uncontrollably spread and be very destructive.
Instructions:
This is a Particularly Dangerous Situation that poses a significant
threat to life and property for both rural and urban environments in
the event of a wildfire start or existing fire. In some cases, safe
and timely evacuation may not be possible should a fire approach.
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.
This is a Particularly Dangerous Situation that poses a significant
threat to life and property for both rural and urban environments in
the event of a wildfire start or existing fire. In some cases, safe
and timely evacuation may not be possible should a fire approach.
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.
Areas Impacted:
Teller County/Rampart Range Including Pikes Peak and Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument
Fremont County Including Canon City/Howard/Texas Creek
San Luis Valley Including Alamosa/Del Norte/Fort Garland/Saguache
Southern Front Range Including Sangre De Cristo Mountains/Wet Mountains/La Veta Pass
Northern El Paso County Including Monument and Black Forest
Southern El Paso County Including Fort Carson and Colorado Springs
Pueblo County Including Pueblo
Huerfano County Including Walsenburg
Western Las Animas County Including Trinidad and Thatcher
Crowley County Including Ordway
Otero County Including La Junta and Western Comanche Grasslands
Eastern Las Animas County Including Pinon Canyon
Kiowa County Including Eads
Bent County Including Las Animas
Prowers County Including Lamar
Baca County Including Springfield and Eastern Comanche Grasslands
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 12:00 PM CDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 8:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR NORTHEAST NEBRASKA
Affected Area:
Knox, Cedar, Thurston, Antelope, Pierce,
Wayne, Boone, Madison, Stanton, Cuming, and Platte Counties.
Knox, Cedar, Thurston, Antelope, Pierce,
Wayne, Boone, Madison, Stanton, Cuming, and Platte Counties.
Timing:
Until 8 PM CDT this evening.
Until 8 PM CDT this evening.
Winds:
South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
Relative Humidity:
As low as 25 percent.
As low as 25 percent.
Impacts:
Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Instructions:
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.
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.
Areas Impacted:
Knox
Cedar
Thurston
Antelope
Pierce
Wayne
Boone
Madison
Stanton
Cuming
Platte
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 11:00 AM CDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 8:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Aberdeen SD
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT /7 PM MDT/ THIS EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR NORTH CENTRAL SOUTH DAKOTA
Affected Area:
In South Dakota, Corson, Campbell, McPherson,
Brown, Walworth, Edmunds, Dewey, Potter, Faulk, Spink,
Stanley, Sully, Hughes, Hyde, Hand, Jones, Lyman and Buffalo.
In South Dakota, Corson, Campbell, McPherson,
Brown, Walworth, Edmunds, Dewey, Potter, Faulk, Spink,
Stanley, Sully, Hughes, Hyde, Hand, Jones, Lyman and Buffalo.
Winds:
South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
Relative Humidity:
As low as 15 percent.
As low as 15 percent.
Impacts:
Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become
difficult to control or suppress.
Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become
difficult to control or suppress.
Instructions:
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.
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.
Areas Impacted:
Corson
Campbell
McPherson
Brown
Walworth
Edmunds
Dewey
Potter
Faulk
Spink
Stanley
Sully
Hughes
Hyde
Hand
Jones
Lyman
Buffalo
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 12:00 PM CDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 8:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Aberdeen SD
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR NORTHEAST SOUTH DAKOTA AND WEST CENTRAL MINNESOTA
Affected Area:
In Minnesota, Traverse and Big Stone. In South
Dakota, Marshall, Roberts, Day, Clark, Codington, Grant,
Hamlin and Deuel.
In Minnesota, Traverse and Big Stone. In South
Dakota, Marshall, Roberts, Day, Clark, Codington, Grant,
Hamlin and Deuel.
Winds:
South 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
South 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
Relative Humidity:
As low as 23 percent.
As low as 23 percent.
Impacts:
Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become
difficult to control or suppress.
Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become
difficult to control or suppress.
Instructions:
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.
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.
Areas Impacted:
Traverse
Big Stone
Marshall
Roberts
Day
Clark
Codington
Grant
Hamlin
Deuel
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 12:00 PM MDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 8:00 PM MDT
Issued by NWS Albuquerque NM
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM MDT THIS EVENING... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING
RED FLAG WARNING TODAY FROM NOON TO 8 PM MDT FOR THE CENTRAL
HIGHLANDS, EAST CENTRAL PLAINS, AND FROM THE UPPER RIO GRANDE
VALLEY EASTWARD DUE TO STRONG WIND AND LOW HUMIDITY...
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH THURSDAY FROM 9 AM TO 8 PM MDT FOR THE UPPER
RIO GRANDE VALLEY, WEST CENTRAL BASIN AND RANGE, AND ALONG AND
EAST OF THE CENTRAL MOUNTAIN CHAIN DUE TO STRONG WIND AND LOW
HUMIDITY...
.An active storm track over the northern and central Rockies will
strengthen the flow aloft over New Mexico today and moreso
Thursday, while a potent surface trough persists in the lee of the
southern Rockies. This will result in southwest wind gusts up to
45 mph today, and west and northwest wind gusts up to 55 mph on
Thursday, while humidities plummet mostly into the single digits
both days. The strongest winds aloft are now forecast to cross
western areas tonight, so the Fire Weather Watch that was in
effect for much of central and northwest New Mexico today has been
cancelled. However, locally critical fire weather conditions are
still likely today, especially in the northwest mountains and
along and west of the continental divide.
HIGHLANDS, EAST CENTRAL PLAINS, AND FROM THE UPPER RIO GRANDE
VALLEY EASTWARD DUE TO STRONG WIND AND LOW HUMIDITY...
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH THURSDAY FROM 9 AM TO 8 PM MDT FOR THE UPPER
RIO GRANDE VALLEY, WEST CENTRAL BASIN AND RANGE, AND ALONG AND
EAST OF THE CENTRAL MOUNTAIN CHAIN DUE TO STRONG WIND AND LOW
HUMIDITY...
.An active storm track over the northern and central Rockies will
strengthen the flow aloft over New Mexico today and moreso
Thursday, while a potent surface trough persists in the lee of the
southern Rockies. This will result in southwest wind gusts up to
45 mph today, and west and northwest wind gusts up to 55 mph on
Thursday, while humidities plummet mostly into the single digits
both days. The strongest winds aloft are now forecast to cross
western areas tonight, so the Fire Weather Watch that was in
effect for much of central and northwest New Mexico today has been
cancelled. However, locally critical fire weather conditions are
still likely today, especially in the northwest mountains and
along and west of the continental divide.
Area And Timing:
Upper Rio Grande and Lower Chama River Valley
(Zone 121), Sangre de Cristo Mountains (Zone 122), Northeast
Highlands (Zone 123), Central Highlands (Zone 125), and East
Central Plains (Zone 126) today from noon to 8 PM, and Thursday
from 9 AM to 8 PM MDT.
* 20 FOOT WINDS...For today, southwest to west winds 20 to 30 mph
with gusts up to 45 mph. For Thursday, west and northwest winds
20 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 55 mph. Strongest gusts across
northeast areas today, and along and southwest of a line from
Las Vegas to Conchas on Thursday.
Upper Rio Grande and Lower Chama River Valley
(Zone 121), Sangre de Cristo Mountains (Zone 122), Northeast
Highlands (Zone 123), Central Highlands (Zone 125), and East
Central Plains (Zone 126) today from noon to 8 PM, and Thursday
from 9 AM to 8 PM MDT.
* 20 FOOT WINDS...For today, southwest to west winds 20 to 30 mph
with gusts up to 45 mph. For Thursday, west and northwest winds
20 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 55 mph. Strongest gusts across
northeast areas today, and along and southwest of a line from
Las Vegas to Conchas on Thursday.
Relative Humidity:
Minimum values of 6 to 10 percent each day.
Minimum values of 6 to 10 percent each day.
Impacts:
Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Instructions:
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the
field of this Red Flag Warning and Fire Weather Watch.
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the
field of this Red Flag Warning and Fire Weather Watch.
Areas Impacted:
Northeast Plains
Upper Rio Grande Valley and Lower Chama River Valley
Sangre de Cristo Mountains
Northeast Highlands
Central Highlands
East Central Plains
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Thursday, Apr 23 2026 10:00 AM MDT – Thursday, Apr 23 2026 8:00 PM MDT
Issued by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 8 PM MDT THURSDAY FOR LOW HUMIDITY, STRONG WINDS, AND DRY FUELS
CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS LIKELY THURSDAY SOUTHWEST NEW
MEXICO AND SOUTH CENTRAL MOUNTAINS OF NEW MEXICO...
Dry and breezy weather pattern Wednesday and Thursday will set
the stage for critical fire weather conditions across the New
Mexico fire zones for Thursday. A shortwave trough coming across
the Southern Rockies will induce surface low pressure in the
Southern Plains on Thursday. West winds of 20 to 25 mph are
forecast with gusts to 35 mph during the afternoon. Minimum
relative humidity values of 7 to 15 percent are forecast.
Widespread tree mortality and die back fuels will increase the
wildfire risk as ERCs climb towards the 90th percentile.
The National Weather Service in El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa has
issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 10 AM to 8 PM
MDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.
MEXICO AND SOUTH CENTRAL MOUNTAINS OF NEW MEXICO...
Dry and breezy weather pattern Wednesday and Thursday will set
the stage for critical fire weather conditions across the New
Mexico fire zones for Thursday. A shortwave trough coming across
the Southern Rockies will induce surface low pressure in the
Southern Plains on Thursday. West winds of 20 to 25 mph are
forecast with gusts to 35 mph during the afternoon. Minimum
relative humidity values of 7 to 15 percent are forecast.
Widespread tree mortality and die back fuels will increase the
wildfire risk as ERCs climb towards the 90th percentile.
The National Weather Service in El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa has
issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 10 AM to 8 PM
MDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.
Affected Area:
New Mexico Fire Weather Zones 110, 111, 112, and
113, including the Southwest Mountains and Gila NF, the
Southwest Deserts and Lowlands, the South Central Lowlands and
Southern Rio Grande Valley, and the Capitan and Sacramento
Mountains.
New Mexico Fire Weather Zones 110, 111, 112, and
113, including the Southwest Mountains and Gila NF, the
Southwest Deserts and Lowlands, the South Central Lowlands and
Southern Rio Grande Valley, and the Capitan and Sacramento
Mountains.
Timing:
winds increasing after 10 am, and peaking in the
late afternoon hours.
winds increasing after 10 am, and peaking in the
late afternoon hours.
Winds:
West 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
West 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
Relative Humidity:
7-10 percent.
7-10 percent.
Experimental Rfti:
3 to 5, Near Critical to Critical.
3 to 5, Near Critical to Critical.
Impacts:
any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Instructions:
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.
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.
Areas Impacted:
Southwest Mountains
Southwest Deserts and Lowlands
South Central Lowlands And Southern Rio Grande Valley
Capitan And Sacramento Mountains
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 11:00 AM CDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 9:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Bismarck ND
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM CDT /10 AM MDT/ THIS MORNING TO 9 PM CDT /8 PM MDT/ THIS EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR MOST OF WESTERN AND MUCH OF SOUTH CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA
RED FLAG WARNING FOR MOST WESTERN AND MUCH OF SOUTH CENTRAL
NORTH DAKOTA TODAY...
.Critical fire weather conditions will occur late this morning
and into this evening across most of western and much of south
central North Dakota. Minimum relative humidity will fall to
around 10 to 15 percent in southwest North Dakota, and around 15
to 20 percent across the northwest and far south central. South to
southeast winds will be strongest in the southern James River
Valley with sustained speeds around 25 to 30 mph, and 20 to 25 mph
elsewhere. Gusts up to 40 mph are possible in the northwest and
far south central. Any fires that ignite could spread rapidly and
become difficult to control.
NORTH DAKOTA TODAY...
.Critical fire weather conditions will occur late this morning
and into this evening across most of western and much of south
central North Dakota. Minimum relative humidity will fall to
around 10 to 15 percent in southwest North Dakota, and around 15
to 20 percent across the northwest and far south central. South to
southeast winds will be strongest in the southern James River
Valley with sustained speeds around 25 to 30 mph, and 20 to 25 mph
elsewhere. Gusts up to 40 mph are possible in the northwest and
far south central. Any fires that ignite could spread rapidly and
become difficult to control.
Winds:
South 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
South 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
Relative Humidity:
As low as 10 percent.
As low as 10 percent.
Affected Area:
Most of western and much of south central North
Dakota.
Most of western and much of south central North
Dakota.
Impacts:
Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become
difficult to control or suppress.
Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become
difficult to control or suppress.
Instructions:
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds and low relative humidity can contribute to extreme
fire behavior.
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds and low relative humidity can contribute to extreme
fire behavior.
Areas Impacted:
Divide
Williams
McKenzie
Dunn
Mercer
Oliver
Golden Valley
Billings
Stark
Morton
Slope
Hettinger
Grant
Bowman
Adams
Sioux
Emmons
Logan
La Moure
McIntosh
Dickey
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 10:00 AM MST – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 8:00 PM MST
Issued by NWS Flagstaff AZ
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ THIS MORNING TO 8 PM MST /9 PM MDT/ THIS EVENING
What:
Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 to 50 mph
and relative humidity around 10 to 15 percent.
Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 to 50 mph
and relative humidity around 10 to 15 percent.
Where:
Navajo Nation in Arizona and the Little Colorado River
Valley.
Navajo Nation in Arizona and the Little Colorado River
Valley.
When:
From 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ this morning to 8 PM MST /9 PM
MDT/ this evening.
From 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ this morning to 8 PM MST /9 PM
MDT/ this evening.
Impacts:
Rapid spread and growth of any new or existing fires.
Elevated potential for new fire starts.
Rapid spread and growth of any new or existing fires.
Elevated potential for new fire starts.
Instructions:
Do your part: No open flames or sparks, keep vehicles off of dry
grass, properly dispose of cigarette butts, and avoid power equipment
that creates sparks. One less spark, one less wildfire.
Obey all fire restrictions. To view a map of current fire
restrictions, go to wildlandfire.az.gov/fire-restrictions.
A red flag warning is issued when we identify weather conditions that
promote rapid spread of fire which may become life-threatening. This
does not mean there is a fire. These conditions are either occurring
now or will begin soon. It is important to have multiple ways to
receive information from authorities.
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the field of
this Red Flag Warning.
Do your part: No open flames or sparks, keep vehicles off of dry
grass, properly dispose of cigarette butts, and avoid power equipment
that creates sparks. One less spark, one less wildfire.
Obey all fire restrictions. To view a map of current fire
restrictions, go to wildlandfire.az.gov/fire-restrictions.
A red flag warning is issued when we identify weather conditions that
promote rapid spread of fire which may become life-threatening. This
does not mean there is a fire. These conditions are either occurring
now or will begin soon. It is important to have multiple ways to
receive information from authorities.
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the field of
this Red Flag Warning.
Areas Impacted:
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas Hwy 264 Northward
Chinle Valley
Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau
Little Colorado River Valley in Coconino County
Little Colorado River Valley in Navajo County
Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County
Black Mesa Area
Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Hwy 264
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 12:00 PM CDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 8:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Hastings NE
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR PORTIONS OF SOUTH CENTRAL NEBRASKA
Winds:
South 20 to 30 mph with gusts around 40 mph.
South 20 to 30 mph with gusts around 40 mph.
Relative Humidity:
As low as 20 percent.
As low as 20 percent.
Impacts:
Any fire that develops will spread quickly. Outdoor
burning is not recommended.
Any fire that develops will spread quickly. Outdoor
burning is not recommended.
Instructions:
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.
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.
Areas Impacted:
Valley
Greeley
Nance
Sherman
Howard
Dawson
Buffalo
Gosper
Phelps
Furnas
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 12:00 PM CDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 8:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Duluth MN
RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR PORTIONS OF NORTH- CENTRAL AND NORTHEAST MINNESOTA
Affected Area:
In Minnesota, North Itasca, North Cass, South
Itasca, South Cass, Crow Wing, Northern Aitkin and South
Aitkin.
In Minnesota, North Itasca, North Cass, South
Itasca, South Cass, Crow Wing, Northern Aitkin and South
Aitkin.
Winds:
Southeast 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
Southeast 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
Relative Humidity:
As low as 20 percent.
As low as 20 percent.
Impacts:
Any fires that ignite could spread rapidly and
become difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not
recommended.
Any fires that ignite could spread rapidly and
become difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not
recommended.
Instructions:
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.
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.
Areas Impacted:
North Itasca
North Cass
South Itasca
South Cass
Crow Wing
Northern Aitkin
South Aitkin
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 11:00 AM CDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 9:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS North Platte NE
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM CDT /10 AM MDT/ THIS MORNING TO 9 PM CDT /8 PM MDT/ THIS EVENING FOR LOW HUMIDITY AND GUSTY SOUTH WINDS
Affected Area:
Fire Weather Zone 204 Eastern
Panhandle/Crescent Lake NWR, Fire Weather Zone 206
Sandhills/Valentine NWR/Nebraska National Forest, Fire Weather
Zone 208 Niobrara Valley/Fort Niobrara NWR/Samuel R McKelvie
National Forest, Fire Weather Zone 209 Loup Rivers Basin, Fire
Weather Zone 210 Frenchman Basin and Fire Weather Zone 219
Loess Plains.
Fire Weather Zone 204 Eastern
Panhandle/Crescent Lake NWR, Fire Weather Zone 206
Sandhills/Valentine NWR/Nebraska National Forest, Fire Weather
Zone 208 Niobrara Valley/Fort Niobrara NWR/Samuel R McKelvie
National Forest, Fire Weather Zone 209 Loup Rivers Basin, Fire
Weather Zone 210 Frenchman Basin and Fire Weather Zone 219
Loess Plains.
Timing:
Late this morning into this evening.
Late this morning into this evening.
Winds:
South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
Relative Humidity:
As low as 10 to 15% across western Nebraska
and 18 to 25% across central and north central Nebraska.
As low as 10 to 15% across western Nebraska
and 18 to 25% across central and north central Nebraska.
Temperatures:
Highs in the upper 80s to near 90.
Highs in the upper 80s to near 90.
Lightning:
Dry lightning possible late this afternoon and
evening, especially west of Highway 83.
Dry lightning possible late this afternoon and
evening, especially west of Highway 83.
Impacts:
Any fire starts may rapidly grow and spread. Gusty,
erratic winds will be possible with thunderstorms.
Any fire starts may rapidly grow and spread. Gusty,
erratic winds will be possible with thunderstorms.
Instructions:
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.
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.
Areas Impacted:
Eastern Panhandle/Crescent Lake NWR
Sandhills/Valentine NWR/Nebraska National Forest
Niobrara Valley/Fort Niobrara NWR/Samuel R McKelvie National Forest
Loup Rivers Basin
Frenchman Basin
Loess Plains
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 12:00 PM CDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 8:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Sioux Falls SD
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR SOUTH CENTRAL AND SOUTHEASTERN SOUTH DAKOTA, FAR NORTHEASTERN NEBRASKA, FAR NORTHWESTERN IOWA, AND SOUTHWESTERN MINNESOTA
Affected Area:
In Iowa, Lyon, Osceola and Sioux. In
Minnesota, Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Cottonwood, Nobles, Jackson,
Pipestone and Rock. In Nebraska, Dixon and Dakota. In South
Dakota, Beadle, Kingsbury, Brookings, Gregory, Jerauld,
Sanborn, Miner, Lake, Moody, Brule, Aurora, Davison, Hanson,
McCook, Minnehaha, Charles Mix, Douglas, Hutchinson, Turner,
Lincoln, Bon Homme, Yankton, Clay and Union.
In Iowa, Lyon, Osceola and Sioux. In
Minnesota, Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Cottonwood, Nobles, Jackson,
Pipestone and Rock. In Nebraska, Dixon and Dakota. In South
Dakota, Beadle, Kingsbury, Brookings, Gregory, Jerauld,
Sanborn, Miner, Lake, Moody, Brule, Aurora, Davison, Hanson,
McCook, Minnehaha, Charles Mix, Douglas, Hutchinson, Turner,
Lincoln, Bon Homme, Yankton, Clay and Union.
Winds:
South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
Relative Humidity:
As low as 15 percent.
As low as 15 percent.
Impacts:
Any fire that develops will catch and spread
quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Any fire that develops will catch and spread
quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Instructions:
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.
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.
Areas Impacted:
Lyon
Osceola
Sioux
Lincoln
Lyon
Murray
Cottonwood
Nobles
Jackson
Pipestone
Rock
Dixon
Dakota
Beadle
Kingsbury
Brookings
Gregory
Jerauld
Sanborn
Miner
Lake
Moody
Brule
Aurora
Davison
Hanson
McCook
Minnehaha
Charles Mix
Douglas
Hutchinson
Turner
Lincoln
Bon Homme
Yankton
Clay
Union
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 9:00 AM MDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 8:00 PM MDT
Issued by NWS Riverton WY
RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM MDT THIS EVENING
Affected Area:
In Central WY Fire Zones...280...283...285...289...300.
In North Central WY Fire Zones...275...276...281...282...287.
In Central WY Fire Zones...280...283...285...289...300.
In North Central WY Fire Zones...275...276...281...282...287.
Counties Affected:
In Central WY...Fremont...Natrona.
In North Central WY...Big Horn...Hot Springs...Johnson...Park
Washakie.
In Southwest WY...Sweetwater.
In Central WY...Fremont...Natrona.
In North Central WY...Big Horn...Hot Springs...Johnson...Park
Washakie.
In Southwest WY...Sweetwater.
Impacts:
Low Humidities and Strong Gusty Winds could cause
erratic fire behavior.
Low Humidities and Strong Gusty Winds could cause
erratic fire behavior.
Wind:
Southwest 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.
Southwest 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.
Humidity:
As low as 10 to 13 percent.
As low as 10 to 13 percent.
Additional Details:
Occasional gusts of or around 60 mph are
possible.
Occasional gusts of or around 60 mph are
possible.
Instructions:
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.
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.
Areas Impacted:
North Bighorn Basin/Worland BLM
Cody Foothills
Natrona County/Casper BLM
Johnson County/Casper BLM
South Bighorn Basin/Worland BLM
Upper Wind River Basin/Wind River Basin
South Bighorn Mountains
Owl Creek Mountains
Granite/Green/Ferris/Rattlesnake Mountains
Casper Mountain
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 12:00 PM CDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 8:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Grand Forks ND
RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR PORTIONS OF NORTHWEST AND WEST CENTRAL MINNESOTA
Affected Area:
In Minnesota, South Beltrami, Hubbard, East
Becker, Wilkin, West Otter Tail, East Otter Tail, Wadena and
Grant. In North Dakota, Ransom, Sargent and Richland.
In Minnesota, South Beltrami, Hubbard, East
Becker, Wilkin, West Otter Tail, East Otter Tail, Wadena and
Grant. In North Dakota, Ransom, Sargent and Richland.
Winds:
Southeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. Highest
winds in southeast North Dakota and the southern Red River
valley.
Southeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. Highest
winds in southeast North Dakota and the southern Red River
valley.
Relative Humidity:
As low as 25 percent.
As low as 25 percent.
Impacts:
Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become
difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become
difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Instructions:
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.
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.
Areas Impacted:
South Beltrami
Hubbard
East Becker
Wilkin
West Otter Tail
East Otter Tail
Wadena
Grant
Ransom
Sargent
Richland
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 1:19 AM MDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 8:00 PM MDT
Issued by NWS Cheyenne WY
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MDT THIS EVENING FOR VERY LOW HUMIDITY AND GUSTY WINDS FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 417, 418, 430, 431, 432, 433, 434, 435, 436, AND 437
MULTI DAY RED FLAG WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL WEDNESDAY
EVENING...
EVENING...
Affected Area:
Fire weather zones 417, 418, 430, 431, 432,
433, 434, 435, 436, and 437.
Fire weather zones 417, 418, 430, 431, 432,
433, 434, 435, 436, and 437.
Wind:
Southwest winds with gusts between 35 and 50 mph on
Wednesday.
Southwest winds with gusts between 35 and 50 mph on
Wednesday.
Humidity:
5 to 12 percent.
5 to 12 percent.
Impacts:
Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Instructions:
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.
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.
Areas Impacted:
Pine Ridge/Nebraska National Forest
Box Butte/South Sioux/Niobrara River
Lower North Platte River Basin/Scottsbluff National Monument
Lodgepole Creek/Southern Nebraska Panhandle
Niobrara/Lower Elevations of Converse/Thunder Basin National Grassland
Middle North Platte River Basin/Niobrara and Converse High Plains
Laramie Foothills and High Plains
Laramie East High Plains
Bordeaux/Chugwater/Wheatland
Goshen/Middle-Lower North Platte River Basin
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 12:00 PM CDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 8:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING
CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS EXPECTED THIS AFTERNOON INTO THE
EVENING...
.Temperatures rising into the 80s today along with relative humidity
values dropping under 30 percent, strong southeast winds of 15 to 25
mph with gusts to 35 mph and exceptionally dry fuels will produce
hazardous fire weather conditions. Humidity values will be lowest in
the middle to late afternoon hours, which will also coincide with the
peak wind speeds. Burning is discouraged today as any fires that
develop can spread rapidly.
EVENING...
.Temperatures rising into the 80s today along with relative humidity
values dropping under 30 percent, strong southeast winds of 15 to 25
mph with gusts to 35 mph and exceptionally dry fuels will produce
hazardous fire weather conditions. Humidity values will be lowest in
the middle to late afternoon hours, which will also coincide with the
peak wind speeds. Burning is discouraged today as any fires that
develop can spread rapidly.
Affected Area:
Portions of central, east central, south central,
and west central Minnesota.
Portions of central, east central, south central,
and west central Minnesota.
Timing:
From noon today to 8 PM CDT this evening.
From noon today to 8 PM CDT this evening.
Winds:
Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
Relative Humidity:
Around 29 percent.
Around 29 percent.
Impacts:
Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Outdoor
burning is not recommended.
Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Outdoor
burning is not recommended.
Instructions:
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the field of
this Red Flag Warning.
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the field of
this Red Flag Warning.
Areas Impacted:
Douglas
Todd
Morrison
Mille Lacs
Stearns
Benton
Sherburne
Wright
Carver
Scott
Le Sueur
Rice
Waseca
Steele
Freeborn
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 12:00 PM CDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 8:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING
CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS EXPECTED THIS AFTERNOON INTO THE
EVENING...
.Temperatures rising into the 80s today along with relative humidity
values dropping under 30 percent, strong southeast winds of 15 to 25
mph with gusts to 35 mph and exceptionally dry fuels will produce
hazardous fire weather conditions. Humidity values will be lowest in
the middle to late afternoon hours, which will also coincide with the
peak wind speeds. Burning is discouraged today as any fires that
develop can spread rapidly.
EVENING...
.Temperatures rising into the 80s today along with relative humidity
values dropping under 30 percent, strong southeast winds of 15 to 25
mph with gusts to 35 mph and exceptionally dry fuels will produce
hazardous fire weather conditions. Humidity values will be lowest in
the middle to late afternoon hours, which will also coincide with the
peak wind speeds. Burning is discouraged today as any fires that
develop can spread rapidly.
Affected Area:
Portions of central, south central, southwest, and
west central Minnesota.
Portions of central, south central, southwest, and
west central Minnesota.
Timing:
From noon today to 8 PM CDT this evening.
From noon today to 8 PM CDT this evening.
Winds:
South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
Relative Humidity:
Around 24 percent.
Around 24 percent.
Impacts:
Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Outdoor
burning is not recommended.
Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Outdoor
burning is not recommended.
Instructions:
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the field of
this Red Flag Warning.
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the field of
this Red Flag Warning.
Areas Impacted:
Stevens
Pope
Lac Qui Parle
Swift
Chippewa
Kandiyohi
Meeker
Yellow Medicine
Renville
McLeod
Sibley
Redwood
Brown
Nicollet
Watonwan
Blue Earth
Martin
Faribault
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 10:00 AM MDT – Thursday, Apr 23 2026 12:00 AM MDT
Issued by NWS Goodland KS
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MDT /11 AM CDT/ THIS MORNING TO MIDNIGHT MDT /1 AM CDT/ TONIGHT FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 001, 002, 003, 013, 014, 027, 028, 041, 042, 079, 080, 081, 252, 253, AND 254
Affected Area:
Fire Weather Zones 001 Cheyenne KS, 002
Rawlins, 003 Decatur, 013 Sherman, 014 Thomas, 027 Wallace,
028 Logan, 041 Greeley, 042 Wichita, 079 Dundy, 080 Hitchcock,
081 Red Willow, 252 Yuma, 253 Kit Carson and 254 Cheyenne CO.
Fire Weather Zones 001 Cheyenne KS, 002
Rawlins, 003 Decatur, 013 Sherman, 014 Thomas, 027 Wallace,
028 Logan, 041 Greeley, 042 Wichita, 079 Dundy, 080 Hitchcock,
081 Red Willow, 252 Yuma, 253 Kit Carson and 254 Cheyenne CO.
Timing:
From 10 AM MDT /11 AM CDT/ this morning to midnight
MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight.
From 10 AM MDT /11 AM CDT/ this morning to midnight
MDT /1 AM CDT/ tonight.
Winds:
South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
Relative Humidity:
As low as 12 percent.
As low as 12 percent.
Impacts:
Unpredictable fire behavior. Any fires that develop
may rapidly grow and spread out of control.
Unpredictable fire behavior. Any fires that develop
may rapidly grow and spread out of control.
Instructions:
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.
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.
Areas Impacted:
Yuma
Kit Carson County
Cheyenne
Cheyenne
Rawlins
Decatur
Sherman
Thomas
Wallace
Logan
Greeley
Wichita
Dundy
Hitchcock
Red Willow
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 10:00 AM MDT – Thursday, Apr 23 2026 12:00 AM MDT
Issued by NWS Denver CO
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM WEDNESDAY TO MIDNIGHT MDT WEDNESDAY NIGHT FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE FRONT RANGE FOOTHILLS, URBAN CORRIDOR, PLAINS, AND SOUTH PARK
Affected Area:
Fire Weather Zone 215.
Fire Weather Zone 215.
Timing:
From 10 AM Wednesday to midnight MDT Wednesday night.
From 10 AM Wednesday to midnight MDT Wednesday night.
Winds:
West 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
West 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
Relative Humidity:
5 to 8 percent.
5 to 8 percent.
Impacts:
Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread.
Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a
spark and start a wildfire.
Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread.
Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a
spark and start a wildfire.
Instructions:
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.
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.
Areas Impacted:
Larimer and Boulder Counties Between 6000 and 9000 Feet
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 10:00 AM MDT – Thursday, Apr 23 2026 12:00 AM MDT
Issued by NWS Denver CO
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM WEDNESDAY TO MIDNIGHT MDT WEDNESDAY NIGHT FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE FRONT RANGE FOOTHILLS, URBAN CORRIDOR, PLAINS, AND SOUTH PARK... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR SOUTHERN FOOTHILLS, URBAN CORRIDOR, PLAINS, AND SOUTH PARK
Affected Area:
Fire Weather Zones 214, 216, 238, 239, 240,
241, 242, 243, 244, 245, 246, 247, 248, 249, 250 and 251.
Fire Weather Zones 214, 216, 238, 239, 240,
241, 242, 243, 244, 245, 246, 247, 248, 249, 250 and 251.
Timing:
For the Red Flag Warning, from 10 AM Wednesday to
midnight MDT Wednesday night. For the Fire Weather Watch, from
Thursday morning through Thursday evening.
For the Red Flag Warning, from 10 AM Wednesday to
midnight MDT Wednesday night. For the Fire Weather Watch, from
Thursday morning through Thursday evening.
Winds:
For the Red Flag Warning, west 20 to 30 mph with gusts
up to 45 mph. For the Fire Weather Watch, northwest winds
gusting up to 50 mph.
For the Red Flag Warning, west 20 to 30 mph with gusts
up to 45 mph. For the Fire Weather Watch, northwest winds
gusting up to 50 mph.
Relative Humidity:
For the Red Flag Warning, 5 to 8 percent.
For the Fire Weather Watch, as low as 10 percent.
For the Red Flag Warning, 5 to 8 percent.
For the Fire Weather Watch, as low as 10 percent.
Impacts:
Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread.
Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a
spark and start a wildfire.
Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread.
Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a
spark and start a wildfire.
Instructions:
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.
A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions
are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible
Red Flag Warnings.
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.
A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions
are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible
Red Flag Warnings.
Areas Impacted:
Central and Southeast Park County
Jefferson and West Douglas Counties Above 6000 Feet/Gilpin/Clear Creek/Northeast Park Counties Below 9000 Feet
Larimer County Below 6000 Feet/Northwest Weld County
Boulder And Jefferson Counties Below 6000 Feet/West Broomfield County
North Douglas County Below 6000 Feet/Denver/West Adams and Arapahoe Counties/East Broomfield County
Elbert/Central and East Douglas Counties Above 6000 Feet
Northeast Weld County
Central and South Weld County
Morgan County
Central and East Adams and Arapahoe Counties
North and Northeast Elbert County Below 6000 Feet/North Lincoln County
Southeast Elbert County Below 6000 Feet/South Lincoln County
Logan County
Washington County
Sedgwick County
Phillips County
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 1:00 PM CDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 9:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Amarillo TX
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 9 PM CDT WEDNESDAY FOR BREEZY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE WESTERN OKLAHOMA AND TEXAS PANHANDLES... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING FOR BREEZY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE COMBINED OKLAHOMA AND TEXAS PANHANDLES
Winds:
Today. Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
Thursday. West southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40
mph.
Today. Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
Thursday. West southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40
mph.
Relative Humidity:
Today. As low as 7 percent. Thursday. As low
as 5 percent.
Today. As low as 7 percent. Thursday. As low
as 5 percent.
Temperatures:
Today. In the upper 80s. Thursday in the mid 80s
to lower 90s.
Today. In the upper 80s. Thursday in the mid 80s
to lower 90s.
Impacts:
Any fires that develop will have the potential to
spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Any fires that develop will have the potential to
spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Severity:
FUELS (ERC)...70th-89th percentile...4 (out of 5).
WEATHER...Near Critical...2 (out of 5).
FIRE ENVIRONMENT...6 (out of 10).
FUELS (ERC)...70th-89th percentile...4 (out of 5).
WEATHER...Near Critical...2 (out of 5).
FIRE ENVIRONMENT...6 (out of 10).
Instructions:
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.
A Fire Weather Watch means that the potential for critical fire
weather conditions exists. Listen for later forecasts and
possible red flag warnings.
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.
A Fire Weather Watch means that the potential for critical fire
weather conditions exists. Listen for later forecasts and
possible red flag warnings.
Areas Impacted:
Cimarron
Texas
Dallam
Sherman
Hartley
Moore
Oldham
Potter
Deaf Smith
Randall
Palo Duro Canyon
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 10:00 AM MDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 9:00 PM MDT
Issued by NWS Grand Junction CO
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 9 PM MDT WEDNESDAY FOR GUSTY WINDS, LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY AND DRY FUELS FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 200 AND 202
Affected Area:
In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 200 Little
Snake Forecast Area and Fire Weather Zone 202 White River
Forecast Area.
In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 200 Little
Snake Forecast Area and Fire Weather Zone 202 White River
Forecast Area.
Timing:
From 10 AM to 9 PM MDT Wednesday.
From 10 AM to 9 PM MDT Wednesday.
Winds:
Southwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.
Southwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.
Relative Humidity:
13 to 18 percent.
13 to 18 percent.
Impacts:
Elevated fire danger is expected. Fires will catch
and spread rapidly and erratically.
Elevated fire danger is expected. Fires will catch
and spread rapidly and erratically.
Instructions:
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.
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.
Areas Impacted:
Little Snake
White River
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 9:00 AM MDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 9:00 PM MDT
Issued by NWS Glasgow MT
RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM MDT WEDNESDAY FOR LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY AND GUSTY WINDS FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONE 122
Affected Area:
Fire weather zone 122.
Fire weather zone 122.
Wind:
South then southwest increasing to 20 to 30 mph.
South then southwest increasing to 20 to 30 mph.
Humidity:
as low as 10 to 15 percent.
as low as 10 to 15 percent.
Impacts:
Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Instructions:
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in these
areas of this Red Flag Warning.
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in these
areas of this Red Flag Warning.
Areas Impacted:
Dawson/McCone/Prairie/Richland/Wibaux Counties
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 9:00 AM MDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 9:00 PM MDT
Issued by NWS Glasgow MT
RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM MDT WEDNESDAY FOR LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY AND GUSTY WINDS FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 120, 134, 135, 136, AND 137
Affected Area:
Fire weather zones 120, 134, 135, 136, and
137.
Fire weather zones 120, 134, 135, 136, and
137.
Wind:
Southwest then west at 20 to 30 mph.
Southwest then west at 20 to 30 mph.
Humidity:
As low as 20 percent near the Canadian border to as
low as 10 percent south of Highway 2.
As low as 20 percent near the Canadian border to as
low as 10 percent south of Highway 2.
Impacts:
Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Instructions:
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in these
areas of this Red Flag Warning.
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in these
areas of this Red Flag Warning.
Areas Impacted:
Fort Peck Reservation and Daniels/Roosevelt/Sheridan Counties
Northern Valley and Northern Phillips Counties
The Little Rockies
The Lower Missouri River Breaks including the Charles M Russell National Wildlife Refuge
Southern Petroleum and Southern Garfield Counties
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 1:00 PM CDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 9:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Dodge City KS
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM CDT /NOON MDT/ TO 9 PM CDT /8 PM MDT/ WEDNESDAY FOR WIND, LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY, AND DRY THUNDERSTORMS
LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY, GUSTY WINDS, AND DRY THUNDERSTORMS
LEADING TO CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS WEDNESDAY...
LEADING TO CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS WEDNESDAY...
Affected Area:
Fire Weather Zone 061 Hamilton, Fire Weather
Zone 062 Kearny, Fire Weather Zone 074 Stanton, Fire Weather
Zone 075 Grant, Fire Weather Zone 084 Morton and Fire Weather
Zone 085 Stevens.
Fire Weather Zone 061 Hamilton, Fire Weather
Zone 062 Kearny, Fire Weather Zone 074 Stanton, Fire Weather
Zone 075 Grant, Fire Weather Zone 084 Morton and Fire Weather
Zone 085 Stevens.
Timing:
From 1 PM CDT /noon MDT/ to 9 PM CDT /8 PM MDT/
Wednesday.
From 1 PM CDT /noon MDT/ to 9 PM CDT /8 PM MDT/
Wednesday.
Winds:
South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
Relative Humidity:
As low as 11 percent.
As low as 11 percent.
Lightning:
Isolated dry thunderstorms will be possible along
and west of Route 83.
Isolated dry thunderstorms will be possible along
and west of Route 83.
Impacts:
Any fire that develops will catch and spread
quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Any fire that develops will catch and spread
quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Instructions:
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.
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.
Areas Impacted:
Hamilton
Kearny
Stanton
Grant
Morton
Stevens
Red Flag Warning
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 10:00 AM MDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 8:00 PM MDT
Issued by NWS Rapid City SD
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MDT /11 AM CDT/ TO 8 PM MDT /9 PM CDT/ WEDNESDAY FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 314, 315, 316, 317, 318, 319, 320, 321, 322, 323, 324, 325, 326, 327, 328, 329, 330, 331, 332, 333, 334, AND 335
RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT LATE WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH
EARLY EVENING ACROSS NORTHEASTERN WYOMING AND WESTERN SOUTH
DAKOTA...
.Hot, dry, and windy conditions will support widespread critical
fire weather conditions Wednesday, mainly in the afternoon and
evening. Temperatures tomorrow will range from the 80s to mid 90s
with minimum humidities dropping to as low as 9%. Meanwhile,
southwesterly winds will increase through the morning as a cold
front approaches the region. Sustained winds will be at 20 to 30
mph with gusts of 35 to 45 mph. Scattered thunderstorms are
possible across western to central South Dakota Wednesday
afternoon and evening. These storms may contain cloud-to-ground
lightning and erratic winds with gusts in excess of 50 mph while
producing very little precip. This could lead to fire initiation.
Conditions will improve Wednesday evening as temperatures fall,
humidity rises, and a cold front quickly crosses the area.
EARLY EVENING ACROSS NORTHEASTERN WYOMING AND WESTERN SOUTH
DAKOTA...
.Hot, dry, and windy conditions will support widespread critical
fire weather conditions Wednesday, mainly in the afternoon and
evening. Temperatures tomorrow will range from the 80s to mid 90s
with minimum humidities dropping to as low as 9%. Meanwhile,
southwesterly winds will increase through the morning as a cold
front approaches the region. Sustained winds will be at 20 to 30
mph with gusts of 35 to 45 mph. Scattered thunderstorms are
possible across western to central South Dakota Wednesday
afternoon and evening. These storms may contain cloud-to-ground
lightning and erratic winds with gusts in excess of 50 mph while
producing very little precip. This could lead to fire initiation.
Conditions will improve Wednesday evening as temperatures fall,
humidity rises, and a cold front quickly crosses the area.
Affected Area:
Fire Weather Zones 314 Northern Campbell, 315
Southern Campbell, 316 Crook County Plains, 317 Weston County
Plains, 318 Wyoming Black Hills, 319 Northern Black Hills, 320
Central Black Hills, 321 Southern Black Hills, 322 Fall River
County Area, 323 Northern Foot Hills, 324 Eastern Foot Hills,
325 Custer County Plains, 326 Pine Ridge Area, 327 Butte
County Area, 328 Perkins County, 329 West Central Plains, 330
Ziebach County, 331 Haakon County Area, 332 Badlands Area, 333
Bennett County Area, 334 Mellette and Todd Counties and 335
Tripp County.
Fire Weather Zones 314 Northern Campbell, 315
Southern Campbell, 316 Crook County Plains, 317 Weston County
Plains, 318 Wyoming Black Hills, 319 Northern Black Hills, 320
Central Black Hills, 321 Southern Black Hills, 322 Fall River
County Area, 323 Northern Foot Hills, 324 Eastern Foot Hills,
325 Custer County Plains, 326 Pine Ridge Area, 327 Butte
County Area, 328 Perkins County, 329 West Central Plains, 330
Ziebach County, 331 Haakon County Area, 332 Badlands Area, 333
Bennett County Area, 334 Mellette and Todd Counties and 335
Tripp County.
Winds:
Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
Relative Humidity:
As low as 9 percent.
As low as 9 percent.
Impacts:
The combination of gusty winds and low relative
humidity would produce critical fire weather conditions.
The combination of gusty winds and low relative
humidity would produce critical fire weather conditions.
Instructions:
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.
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.
Areas Impacted:
Northern Black Hills
Central Black Hills
Southern Black Hills
Fall River County Area
Northern Foot Hills
Eastern Foot Hills
Custer County Plains
Pine Ridge Area
Butte County Area
Perkins County
West Central Plains
Ziebach County
Haakon County Area
Badlands Area
Bennett County Area
Mellette and Todd Counties
Tripp County
Northern Campbell
Southern Campbell
Crook County Plains
Weston County Plains
Wyoming Black Hills