Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued April 17 at 2:01PM CDT until April 17 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 12:01pm
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
* WINDS...Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 15 percent.
* TEMPERATURES...Up to 87.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
* SEVERITY...
FUELS (ERC)...50th-69th percentile...3 (out of 5).
WEATHER...Elevated...1 (out of 5).
FIRE ENVIRONMENT...4 (out of 10).
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 will
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
Area Description:
Harper; Woods; Ellis; Woodward; Roger Mills; Dewey; Custer; Beckham; Washita
Forcast Office:
NWS Norman OK
Sender: