Red Flag Warning Issued for Parts of Colorado, Kansas, and Nebraska Through Wednesday Evening

Alert Details

The National Weather Service office in Goodland, KS, has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity. This alert indicates that critical fire weather conditions are expected to occur, creating a significant risk for wildfire activity.

Affected Areas

The warning impacts the following fire weather zones across three states:

• Colorado: Cheyenne County (Zone 254)
• Kansas: Sherman County (Zone 013)
• Nebraska: Hitchcock County (Zone 080) and Red Willow County (Zone 081)

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to take immediate precautions to prevent accidental fire starts:

• Comply with all local burn bans and outdoor burning regulations.
• Avoid driving or parking vehicles on dry grass or brush.
• Maintain vehicle brakes and tires; ensure tow chains are secured and not dragging to avoid creating sparks.
• Never toss lit cigarettes onto the ground.

Expected Conditions

Weather conditions will be conducive to rapid fire growth:

• Winds: Northwest winds ranging from 25 to 35 mph, with gusts reaching up to 45 mph.
• Relative Humidity: Levels are expected to drop as low as 17 percent.
• Impacts: These conditions will result in unpredictable fire behavior. Any fires that develop may grow rapidly and spread out of control.

Timeline

The Red Flag Warning is effective from 11:00 AM MST (12:00 PM CST) today, February 25, and is scheduled to expire at 7:00 PM MST (8:00 PM CST) this evening.