Active AlertsAmarillo, TX

Winds: North 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
Relative Humidity: As low as 10 percent.
Temperatures: Low 70s to mid 80s.
Impacts: Any fires that develop will have the potential to spread very rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Severity: FUELS (ERC)90th+ percentile5 (out of 5).
Weather: Near Critical2 (out of 5).
Fire Environment: 7 (out of 10).

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.