Red Flag Warning for Northern Nye County - Mojave and Central Nevada - Toiyabe (Sep 16, 2026)
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A Red Flag Warning remains in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM PDT Thursday for dry, windy conditions in fire weather zones 426 and 427.
This weather record, quickly
- Record type
- Red Flag Warning
- Affected area
- Central Nevada
- Issued
- September 16, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Elko NV
Fire-weather notices describe conditions that can support rapid fire spread; they do not report that a fire is present. Check local emergency sources for any active incident.
Record status: publication date is recent, but current status is not stored on this page. Check the issuing agency's live warning service before acting because warnings can be updated, narrowed, or cancelled.
Alert Details
Red Flag Warning issued by NWS Elko NV. The alert is in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM PDT Thursday for fire weather zones 426 and 427.
Affected Areas
Fire weather zones 426 and 427 covering Northern Nye County - Mojave and Central Nevada - Toiyabe.
What You Should Do
A red flag warning means critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Expected Conditions
Sustained southerly winds of 20-25 mph with gusts of 30-35 mph. Afternoon humidity values of 10-15% possible.
Timeline
The warning is in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM PDT Thursday.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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