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Coverage of Red Flag Warnings in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 14 · 16:09 UTCMost recent: Jul 2 · 13:10 UTC
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  • SECURITYJul 2 · 13:10 UTCKOAA NBC5 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Fire threats stay high as temperatures soar Thursday; signs of change by the 4th

    Fire danger remains high in southern Colorado due to soaring temperatures, low humidity, and strong winds, with Red Flag Warnings in effect Thursday. Smoke from the Aspen Acres fire is expected to thicken near I-25, and an Air Quality Alert is active. A slight cooldown and potential thunderstorms are forecast for July 4th, though fire threats persist through Friday.

  • SECURITYJul 2 · 01:33 UTCKOAA NBC5 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Thursday's red flag warnings last until midnight

    Red flag warnings are in effect from 10 am until midnight Thursday across multiple Colorado regions, including Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and the mountains, due to low humidity and strong winds. Air quality alerts persist until at least 9 am, with wildfire smoke affecting visibility and health conditions.

  • SECURITYJul 1 · 12:45 UTCKOAA NBC5 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Dry and gusty weather prompts more Red Flag Warnings in Colorado Wednesday

    Colorado is under Red Flag Warnings due to dry, gusty weather with wind speeds reaching 30-40 mph and single-digit humidity, increasing fire danger. The warnings are in effect from 10 am to 10 pm across multiple regions, including the eastern Plains, mountains, and specific counties like Baca, Prowers, and Kiowa, where severe thunderstorms and hail are also possible.

  • HEALTHJul 1 · 11:56 UTCKMGH DENVER7
    More hot, dry and breezy weather in store across Colorado

    Colorado faces high fire danger with hot, dry, and breezy weather, leading to smoky skies in the Denver metro area. Red flag warnings and an air quality health advisory are in effect due to wildfire smoke and ozone. Temperatures are expected to rise into the low to mid-90s through the week, with isolated thunderstorms possible.

  • SECURITYJun 30 · 01:30 UTCKOAA NBC5 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Fire growth likely on Tuesday due to dry and windy conditions

    Fire growth is likely on Tuesday in southern Colorado due to dry, windy conditions and active wildfires. Red Flag Warnings and Air Quality Alerts are in effect for multiple counties, urging residents to avoid outdoor sparks and close windows. Fire danger persists into Wednesday with continued hot, dry weather, though wind speeds will gradually decrease by the week's end.

  • HEALTHJun 29 · 12:13 UTCKMGH DENVER7
    Fire danger remains high across good portion of Colorado

    Fire danger remains high across much of Colorado due to dry, windy conditions and ongoing wildfires. Air quality alerts are in effect until 4 p.m. Monday due to smoke from western wildfires and new blazes in western Colorado. Red flag warnings persist for higher-terrain areas along and south of Interstate 70, with fire weather watches issued for Tuesday.

  • SCIENCEJun 28 · 23:50 UTCKMGH DENVER7
    Slight cool down Monday, but wind, smoke and fire danger continues

    Denver experiences a slight temperature drop to the upper 80s after a record-hot weekend, but smoke from wildfires, elevated fire danger, and ongoing Air Quality Alerts persist. Red Flag Warnings and Fire Weather Watches remain in effect through Monday evening, with unseasonably dry conditions expected to continue into the Fourth of July weekend.

  • SCIENCEJun 28 · 16:22 UTCKDVR FOX31 DENVER
    Denver weather: Very hot week with smoky skies and more mountain fire weather

    Denver is experiencing a very hot week with smoky skies and increased mountain fire weather. Red Flag Warnings are in effect for Sunday afternoon in the high country and lower foothills west and south of the Denver metro.

  • SECURITYJun 27 · 14:53 UTCKOAA NBC5 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Feeling like a hairdryer this weekend in southern Colorado with high fire danger

    Southern Colorado faces extreme heat and high fire danger this weekend due to strong winds, low humidity, and triple-digit temperatures. Red Flag Warnings are in effect for most areas west of I-25, with gusts up to 55 mph in mountain regions. Fire weather watches are posted for Fremont and Teller counties, with hot and gusty conditions expected to persist through next week.

  • SECURITYJun 27 · 12:57 UTCKRDO ABC COLORADO SPRINGS
    Incoming desert air sets stage for hot, dry weekend!

    Incoming desert air will bring hotter and drier conditions to Colorado this weekend, with red flag warnings and fire weather watches issued due to high fire danger. Winds will increase, particularly west of I-25, and temperatures are expected to reach the 90s and 100s. Smoke from large fires in Utah could also impact Colorado's air quality.

  • SCIENCEJun 26 · 21:42 UTCKDVR FOX31 DENVER
    Denver weather: Storm threat ends, heat and mountain fire danger return

    Denver's weather forecast shows the end of a stormy pattern, with hot and dry conditions returning, increasing fire danger in mountainous and Western Slope regions. Red Flag Warnings are in effect for Saturday in these areas.

  • HEALTHJun 23 · 12:10 UTCKMGH DENVER7
    From smoky skies to severe weather across the Denver metro area

    The Denver metro area experiences smoky skies from Utah wildfires and faces potential severe weather, including hail, 60+ mph winds, and isolated tornadoes. Elevated fire danger persists in mountainous regions due to dry conditions and red flag warnings, with hotter, drier weather expected this weekend.

  • SCIENCEJun 22 · 12:26 UTCKXRM FOX21 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Strong storms possible across I-25 and likely across the eastern plains

    Strong thunderstorms are possible in some areas along I-25 and the eastern plains, while Red Flag Warnings are in effect for others. Conditions vary by location, with dry weather in some regions and potential for potent storms by afternoon due to moisture influx.

  • SECURITYJun 17 · 12:13 UTCKMGH DENVER7
    High fire danger for all of western Colorado

    High temperatures and strong winds in western Colorado have escalated fire danger, with red flag warnings in effect. A brief cooldown is expected Thursday, but hot conditions return later in the week.

  • SCIENCEJun 16 · 12:47 UTCKXRM FOX21 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Very warm Tuesday with Red Flag Warnings in some areas

    Southern Colorado is experiencing a warming trend with Tuesday's temperatures rising about 10 degrees warmer than Monday. Afternoon highs will reach the upper 80s in the Pikes Peak region and Pueblo. Red Flag Warnings are in effect in some areas.

  • SCIENCEJun 16 · 12:12 UTCKMGH DENVER7
    Hot and dry weather settles in across Colorado

    Hot and dry weather is causing temperatures to rise into the 90s across Colorado, increasing fire danger with red flag warnings and fire weather watches in effect. A brief cooldown is expected Thursday, but temperatures will return to the 90s by Friday and Saturday.

  • SCIENCEJun 14 · 16:09 UTCKMGH DENVER7
    A brief but nice break from the heat across the Denver metro area today

    A stronger cold front brought cooler temperatures to the Denver metro area today, with afternoon highs 10-15 degrees below normal. However, the cooler weather is temporary, as warm, dry conditions will return next week, leading to sizzling highs in the upper 90s and increased fire danger with Red Flag Warnings.