Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued June 22 at 11:46AM MDT until June 23 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 22, 2026 - 10:46am
Expires:
June 23, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Red
Flag Warning for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry
fuels, which is in effect from noon to 10 PM MDT Tuesday. The
Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.
* AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 201 Routt
Forecast Area. In Utah, Fire Weather Zone 491 Southeast Utah.
* TIMING...From noon to 10 PM MDT Tuesday.
* WINDS...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...5 to 10 percent.
* IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread
quickly. 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:
Routt; Southeast Utah
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Junction CO
Sender: