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Fire Weather Watch

Issued at Fri 12:15 PM Mar. 20
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Fire Weather Watch for hot, dry and windy conditions, which is in effect from Sunday morning through Sunday evening. The Fire Weather Watch for Saturday has been cancelled, though occasional elevated fire weather conditions remain possible on Saturday afternoon.
Winds: Southwest at 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 30 mph in the morning, shifting to the north in the afternoon at 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
Relative Humidity: As low as 10 percent.
Temperatures: Up to 100.
Impacts: Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Severity: FUELS (ERC)90th+ percentile5 (out of 5).
Weather: Critical3 (out of 5).
Fire Environment: 8 (out of 10).

Recommended Action

A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings.

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