Red Flag Warning Issued for Fremont County, Colorado Through Thursday Evening

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Pueblo has issued a Red Flag Warning for critical fire weather conditions. This alert is issued when a combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures are expected to contribute to extreme fire behavior.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers Fire Weather Zone 222, which includes Fremont County. Impacted locations include:

• Canon City
• Howard
• Texas Creek

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected areas should prepare for elevated fire danger. A Red Flag Warning indicates that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly. Under these conditions, fires can catch and spread rapidly and erratically. Outdoor burning is highly discouraged, and residents should remain vigilant and listen for further updates from local authorities.

Expected Conditions

• Winds: West winds ranging from 20 to 30 mph, with gusts reaching up to 45 mph.
• Relative Humidity: Levels are expected to drop between 10 and 15 percent.
• Impacts: The combination of dry air and high winds will create an environment where fires can ignite easily and spread quickly.

Timeline

The Red Flag Warning is in effect from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM MST on Thursday, February 26, 2026. A previously issued Fire Weather Watch for Friday morning through Friday afternoon is no longer in effect.