Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued June 5 at 10:10AM PDT until June 6 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 5, 2026 - 10:10am
Expires:
June 6, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
The National Weather Service in Elko has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday. The
Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 424, 425, 427, 438, 469, and
470.
* WIND...Sustained southwest winds near 20 mph, with gusts near 35
mph.
* HUMIDITY...Minimum relative humidity values as low as 9 percent.
* HIGHEST THREAT...is located in zone 425.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Instruction:
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 can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
Area Description:
Southeastern Humboldt County and northern Lander County; White Pine and Northeast Nye Counties; Central Nevada - Toiyabe; Western Elko County, northern Eureka and Lander Counties north of Interstate 80; Central Elko County; Eastern Elko County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV