Red Flag Warning Issued for Southern Nevada

Source: NOAA · Southern Nevada

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NWS Las Vegas has issued a Red Flag Warning from 9 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday for fire weather zones 461, 462, and 465 due to strong winds and low humidity.

What this NWS weather alert tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by NOAA on June 23, 2026 and geographically references Southern Nevada. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — Weather Alerts — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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Alert Details

Red Flag Warning issued by NWS Las Vegas NV (NOAA). Effective from 9 AM PDT to 11 PM PDT Saturday (June 6). Alert type code: FW.W.

Affected Areas

Fire weather zones 461, 462, and 465 in Nevada, covering Lincoln County/Ely Dispatch; Nye County Deserts/Las Vegas Dispatch; and Clark and SW Lincoln County Deserts/Las Vegas Dispatch.

What You Should Do

A Red Flag Warning means critical fire weather conditions are occurring or will shortly occur. Outdoor burning is not recommended. Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.

Expected Conditions

Southwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. Humidity 5 to 15 percent.

Timeline

Red Flag Warning in effect from 9 AM PDT through 11 PM PDT Saturday. A Fire Weather Watch is also in effect from Monday morning through Tuesday evening.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NWS weather alert.

What is this NWS weather alert about?
NWS Las Vegas has issued a Red Flag Warning from 9 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday for fire weather zones 461, 462, and 465 due to strong winds and low humidity.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Southern Nevada. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Weather Alerts updates?
Browse the full Weather Alerts feed on Areazine at areazine.com/weather/ for the latest updates from NOAA and other agencies.