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Red Flag Warning

Issued at Sat 11:30 AM May. 16
Issued by: National Weather Service
Recommended Action
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now...or will shortly. A combination of strong winds...low relative humidity...and warm temperatures will create favorable weather for rapid fire growth and spread. Avoid activities that promote open flames and sparks.
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Red Flag Warning

Issued at Sat 11:30 AM May. 16
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

The National Weather Service in Amarillo has issued a Red Flag Warning for windy and very dry conditions, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM CDT Sunday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.
Winds: Today, southwest to south-southwest at 10 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. Sunday, southwest at 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
Relative Humidity: As low as 4 percent.
Temperatures: Today, mid-90s to low-100s. Sunday, low-90s to low-100s.
Impacts: Any fires that develop will have the potential to spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Severity: FUELS (ERC)90th+ percentile5 (out of 5).
Weather: Critical4 (out of 5).
Fire Environment: 9 (out of 10).

Recommended Action

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now...or will shortly. A combination of strong winds...low relative humidity...and warm temperatures will create favorable weather for rapid fire growth and spread. Avoid activities that promote open flames and sparks.

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