Red Flag Warning Issued for Colorado Springs and Southeast Colorado Through Wednesday

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Pueblo has issued a Red Flag Warning for critical fire weather conditions. This alert, issued by NWS Pueblo CO, replaces the previous Fire Weather Watch as conditions have become more certain.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions in Colorado:

• Southern El Paso County: Including Colorado Springs and Fort Carson.
• Otero County: Including La Junta and the Western Comanche Grasslands.
• Eastern Las Animas County: Including Pinon Canyon. This alert specifically impacts Fire Weather Zones 227, 232, and 233.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to prepare for critical fire weather. A Red Flag Warning means that a combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior. In these conditions, fires will catch and spread rapidly and erratically. Outdoor burning should be avoided, and residents should remain vigilant for any signs of smoke or fire.

Expected Conditions

• Winds: West winds ranging from 15 to 25 mph, with gusts reaching up to 45 mph.
• Humidity: Extremely low relative humidity levels between 5 and 10 percent.
• Impacts: Elevated fire danger is expected across the region due to the dry and windy environment.

Timeline

The Red Flag Warning is effective from 11:00 AM MST to 5:00 PM MST on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.