Red Flag Warning Issued for Logan County, Colorado Through Tuesday Afternoon

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Denver has issued a Red Flag Warning for Logan County. The alert was issued due to a combination of strong winds and low relative humidity, which are expected to create critical fire weather conditions.

Affected Areas

This warning specifically impacts Logan County, Colorado, including Fire Weather Zone 248.

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected area are urged to avoid outdoor burning and any activities that may produce a spark and ignite a wildfire. A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly. Residents should prepare for the possibility of extreme fire behavior.

Expected Conditions

• Winds: West winds between 15 to 25 mph are expected, with gusts reaching up to 40 mph.
• Relative Humidity: Humidity levels are forecast to drop as low as 13 percent.
• Impacts: These conditions will be highly favorable for the rapid spread of any fires that develop.

Timeline

The Red Flag Warning is effective from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM MST on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.