Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued March 9 at 3:18PM CDT until March 9 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 9, 2026 - 1:18pm
Expires:
March 9, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect until 8 PM CDT this evening.
* WINDS...Southwest to west 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 8 percent.
* TEMPERATURES...Up to 92.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
* SEVERITY...
FUELS (ERC)...70th-90th 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:
Ellis; Woodward; Major; Roger Mills; Dewey; Custer; Blaine; Beckham; Washita; Harmon; Greer; Kiowa
Forcast Office:
NWS Norman OK
Sender: