Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued March 5 at 11:16PM CST until March 6 at 8:00PM CST by NWS Amarillo TX
Alert Description
The National Weather Service in Amarillo has issued a Red Flag Warning which is in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM CST Friday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * WINDS...Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent. * TEMPERATURES...In the mid to upper 70s. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will have the potential to spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * SEVERITY... FUELS (ERC)...50th-69th percentile...3 (out of 5). WEATHER...Critical...3 (out of 5). FIRE ENVIRONMENT...6 (out of 10).
Safety Instructions
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.