The National Weather Service has issued a Particularly Dangerous Situation (PDS) red flag warning for parts of Colorado and Wyoming, indicating an extreme fire threat. This rare warning emphasizes the potential for rapid wildfire spread due to very strong winds, extremely dry air, and near-record warmth. Winds are expected to blow continuously at 45 to 55 mph, with gusts reaching 80 to 100 mph. A gust of 106 mph was recently recorded near Gold Hill, Colorado, highlighting the severity of the conditions.