Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued May 26 at 8:51AM AKDT until May 26 at 6:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 26, 2026 - 9:51am
Expires:
May 26, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
The National Weather Service in Fairbanks has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from noon today to 6 PM AKDT this
evening.
* AFFECTED AREA...Delta Junction.
* TIMING...From noon today to 6 PM AKDT this evening.
* WINDS...South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
* HUMIDITY...As low as 25 percent.
* TEMPERATURES...Highs in the lower 60s.
* IMPACTS...Critical fire weather conditions are expected today
due to a combination of low relative humidity, gusty winds from
the south, and dry fuels. Any new fire starts or existing fires
may spread rapidly.
Instruction:
A Red Flag Warning means that conditions are occurring or will
occur which could lead to the development of large and dangerous
fires. It is directed toward fire agencies, and through them, to
the public.
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the
field of this Red Flag Warning.
Area Description:
Delta Junction
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK