Red Flag Warning Issued for Fremont County and Canon City Through Tuesday Evening
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Fremont County due to gusty winds and low humidity, creating conditions for rapid fire spread on Tuesday.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Pueblo has issued a Red Flag Warning for critical fire weather conditions. The alert was issued on February 23 at 4:53 PM MST and remains relevant through the conclusion of the weather event on Tuesday evening.
Affected Areas
The warning impacts Fire Weather Zone 222 in Colorado. Specific geographic regions included in this alert are:
- Fremont County
- Canon City
- Howard
- Texas Creek
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the affected areas should prepare for critical fire weather. A Red Flag Warning indicates that a combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior. Outdoor burning should be avoided, as any fires that develop will likely catch and spread rapidly and erratically.
Expected Conditions
The National Weather Service expects the following environmental conditions during the warning period:
- Winds: West winds ranging from 15 to 25 mph, with gusts reaching up to 35 mph.
- Relative Humidity: Humidity levels are expected to drop as low as 10 percent.
- Impacts: Elevated fire danger is expected across the region.
Timeline
The Red Flag Warning is officially in effect from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM MST on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Source: NOAA Official Notice