Critical Fire Weather Conditions Threaten Southern Plains and Southwest
Critical Fire Weather Conditions Threaten Southern Plains and Southwest
US · Published Mar 23, 2026
The Weather Prediction Center warns of critical fire weather in the southern Plains and Southwest.
Red flag warnings are in effect across Oklahoma and Texas due to gusty winds, low humidity, and dry fuels.
Safety advisories urge residents to prevent ignition by being cautious with potential fire starters.
Warnings for critical fire weather conditions issued
The Weather Prediction Center (WPC) has issued warnings for critical fire weather conditions across the southern Plains and Southwest, driven by a trailing cold front bringing gusty winds, very low relative humidity, anomalously warm temperatures, and dry fuels. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued red flag warnings for Oklahoma and Texas, highlighting a significant fire-weather corridor. These conditions are expected to persist through the weekend, with warm, dry, and windy patterns increasing the risk of fires.
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