Red Flag Warning Issued for Crowley County and Ordway Due to Critical Fire Conditions
The National Weather Service in Pueblo has issued a Red Flag Warning for Crowley County, effective Wednesday afternoon, citing high wind gusts and low humidity levels.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Pueblo CO has issued a Red Flag Warning for Crowley County. The alert was issued early Wednesday morning in response to critical fire weather conditions expected in the region.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers Fire Weather Zone 231, which includes Crowley County and the city of Ordway.
What You Should Do
Residents are strongly advised against any outdoor burning. A Red Flag Warning indicates that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or are imminent. Any fire that develops under these conditions will likely catch and spread rapidly. Residents should prepare for extreme fire behavior.
Expected Conditions
Weather conditions in the affected area are expected to include:
- Winds: West winds ranging from 15 to 25 mph, with gusts reaching up to 40 mph.
- Relative Humidity: Levels are forecast to drop as low as 15 percent.
- Hazards: A combination of strong winds, low humidity, and warm temperatures.
Timeline
The Red Flag Warning is in effect from 11:00 AM MST this morning, February 25, until 5:00 PM MST this afternoon.
Source: NOAA Official Notice