Red Flag Warning issued May 16 at 11:30AM CDT until May 16 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
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 The Fire Weather Watch is no longer
in effect.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+ percentile...5 (out of 5).
WEATHER...Critical...4 (out of 5).
FIRE ENVIRONMENT...9 (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.
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