Active AlertsRussell Springs, KS

Warm temperatures, low humidity and breezy southwest winds will lead to critical fire weather conditions over portions of the area this afternoon. The strongest of the winds are forecast to occur during the mid afternoon hours. Breezier winds are forecast to occur Monday along with lower humidity values. Confidence is high enough to issue a Red Flag Warning for Greeley, Wichita, Logan and Gove counties while the Fire Weather Watch has been expanded into Sheridan, Graham and Norton counties. The National Weather Service in Goodland has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM CDT Monday.
Affected Area: Fire Weather Zone 028 Logan.
Timing: For today's Red Flag Warning, until 10 PM CDT this evening. For Monday's Red Flag Warning, from noon to 9 PM CDT Monday.
Winds: Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph today. Southwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts to 35 mph Monday.
Relative Humidity: As low as 10 percent each day.
Impacts: Unpredictable fire behavior. Any fires that develop may rapidly grow and spread out of control.

Comply with burn bans and regulations. Avoid driving on dry grass or brush. Maintain vehicle brakes and tires and secure tow chains to avoid dragging. Never toss lit cigarettes onto the ground.