Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued May 15 at 11:11AM CDT until May 15 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 15, 2026 - 9:11am
Expires:
May 15, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from noon today to 9 PM CDT this
evening.
* WINDS...South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 15 percent.
* TEMPERATURES...Up to 104.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
* SEVERITY...
FUELS (ERC)...70th-89th percentile...4 (out of 5).
WEATHER...Critical...3 (out of 5).
FIRE ENVIRONMENT...7 (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:
Woods; Tillman; Wilbarger
Forcast Office:
NWS Norman OK
Sender: