Active AlertsNorway, KS

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from noon today to 8 PM CDT this evening.
Affected Area: Fire Weather Zone 008 Republic, Fire Weather Zone 020 Cloud and Fire Weather Zone 034 Ottawa.
Timing: From noon today to 8 PM CDT this evening.
Winds: Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
Relative Humidity: As low as 18 percent.
Temperatures: Up to 90 degrees.
Impacts: Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

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 can contribute to extreme fire behavior.