Fire Weather Watch Issued for Oklahoma and North Texas
• A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for Oklahoma and North Texas due to warm, dry, and breezy conditions.
• Winds are expected to gust up to 30 mph with relative humidity as low as 15%, increasing fire risk.
• Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged; residents should exercise caution to prevent wildfires.
Fire Weather Watch issued due to wildfire risk
The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Fire Weather Watch for portions of central, northern, and southwestern Oklahoma, as well as western North Texas. This watch is in effect from Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening due to warm, dry, and breezy conditions that are expected to elevate the risk of wildfires.
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