Red Flag Warnings, High Wind Watches for Plains Jan 15–16
• Red Flag Warnings issued for eastern Colorado and western Kansas due to high fire risk.
• High Wind Watches in effect across Wyoming, Montana, the Dakotas, Nebraska, and northern Colorado, with gusts up to 75 mph expected.
• Authorities warn of rapid fire spread and possible travel disruptions due to strong winds and dry conditions.
Fire weather and winds across the Plains
Critical fire weather conditions and hazardous winds are anticipated across the northern and central Plains this Thursday and Friday, January 15–16. The National Weather Service has issued Red Flag Warnings for eastern Colorado and western Kansas. This is due to strong northwesterly winds combined with low humidity and dry fuels, creating a high risk of fire. A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly. These conditions can lead to rapid fire spread.
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