Lake County, CO
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In effect from Wednesday 04/22 10:00 AM MDT – Thursday 04/23 12:00 AM MDT
Issued by NWS Pueblo CO
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONE 220
* THIS IS A PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION
Affected Area
Fire Weather Zone 220.
Timing
From 10 AM this morning to midnight MDT tonight.
Winds
Southwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.
Relative Humidity
As low as 8 percent.
Impacts
Extreme fire danger is expected. Fires will uncontrollably spread and be very destructive.
What to do
This is a Particularly Dangerous Situation that poses a significant threat to life and property for both rural and urban environments in the event of a wildfire start or existing fire. In some cases, safe and timely evacuation may not be possible should a fire approach.
Avoid debris burning, campfires, and any outdoor activity or use of equipment that could produce a spark. Follow all local fire restrictions. Visit ready.gov/wildfires#preparedness for tips on how to prepare for a wildfire.
Areas impacted
- Upper Arkansas River Valley Including Lake County and Chaffee County
Briefing
From the forecaster
Extreme Fire Danger Today
Created by the NWS Pueblo WFO
A Particular Dangerous Situation Red Flag Warning is in effect today across portions of south central and southeast Colorado. Winds of 20 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph, combined with very low humidity levels, will produce extreme fire danger with uncontrollable fire spread. The greatest area of concern is the Central Mountain Region, all of the Southern Mountains and Valleys and the San Luis Valley. Please be mindful to avoid all activities which could spark a fire. #cowx
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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