Red Flag Warning Issued for Denver Metro and Northeast Colorado Through Wednesday

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Denver has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity. This alert signifies that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or are imminent, involving a combination of strong winds, low humidity, and warm temperatures that contribute to extreme fire behavior.

Affected Areas

The warning impacts the following regions in Colorado:

• Larimer County Below 6000 Feet and 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
• Northeast, Central, and South Weld County
• Logan County

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected zones should avoid all outdoor burning and any activities that may produce a spark and start a wildfire. This includes being cautious with equipment and vehicles that could ignite dry vegetation. Prepare for the possibility of rapid fire spread if an ignition occurs.

Expected Conditions

• Winds: West winds ranging from 25 to 35 mph, with gusts reaching up to 55 mph.
• Relative Humidity: Levels are expected to drop as low as 8 percent.
• Impacts: Conditions will be highly favorable for the rapid spread of fire.

Timeline

Two distinct periods of concern have been identified:

• Initial Warning: Remains in effect until 5:00 PM MST this afternoon, February 24.
• Second Warning: Effective from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM MST on Wednesday, February 25.