red flag warning

Washington state has issued a red flag warning from 1 a.m. to 11 p.m. Thursday due to lightning and strong winds that could ignite or spread wildfires.

Red flag warnings are active for multiple Colorado regions on Wednesday, with high winds, dry conditions, and elevated fire danger. Warnings expire at 10 pm nightly, and fire weather watches are expected to continue into Thursday.

Hot, dry, and windy conditions in Colorado have triggered red flag warnings and fire weather watches, increasing wildfire risks. Isolated thunderstorms could produce hail and severe winds, with critical fire conditions expected to persist through Friday. The 2026 primary election is occurring amid these weather threats.

Denver is experiencing warm, dry, and breezy weather through the workweek, with a few chances of showers. A red flag warning remains in effect through the evening in parts of southern and western Colorado.

Southern Colorado will experience lingering smoke and haze on Monday, with high temperatures in the 90s and 100s. Air quality alerts and red flag warnings are in effect due to wildfire smoke, particularly affecting areas west and north. Morning conditions will be hazy, worsening fire risks along the I-25 corridor.

A new wildfire is burning in Fremont County, specifically south of Guffey, with firefighting crews en route. Multiple wildfires are active in Colorado under Red Flag Warnings, but no evacuations have been ordered. Counties including Custer, El Paso, Fremont, and Teller use Everbridge for emergency alerts.

Denver experienced the hottest weekend of the year with a high of 97°F on Saturday and similar temperatures expected Sunday. A red flag warning is in effect for western Colorado due to high winds, low humidity, and elevated fire danger from smoke near the Colorado-Utah border. A slight chance of isolated storms is forecast for northeastern Colorado on Tuesday.

Wildfire smoke is affecting Southern Colorado, accompanied by a red flag warning and gusty afternoon winds ranging from 20-45 mph. The region experiences warm temperatures alongside these conditions.

Well above-average temperatures and fire danger risks will persist through Sunday in Colorado, with multiple regions expecting highs in the 90s and strong winds. Red flag warnings are in effect for areas like Pueblo and the mountains, while the extended forecast indicates continued warmth into the Fourth of July.

Southern Colorado faces severe thunderstorms, red flag warnings, and high fire danger this weekend. Hot, dry, and gusty conditions with temperatures up to 100°F and wind gusts exceeding 45 mph are expected across multiple regions, including Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and the mountains.

A red flag warning for critical fire weather is active in parts of San Bernardino, Kern, Inyo, and Tulare counties until 11 p.m. Saturday due to strong winds and critically low humidity.

A red flag warning for critical fire weather is in effect until 11 p.m. Saturday in parts of San Bernardino, Kern, Inyo, and Tulare counties due to strong winds and critically low humidity.

Colorado is experiencing a cooler, stormy day with scattered showers and a risk of severe weather on the Eastern Plains. Fire danger will temporarily decrease but a red flag warning is issued for the Western Slope on Friday, followed by a return to hotter, drier conditions this weekend.

Southern Colorado faces a nighttime severe thunderstorm risk on Tuesday, with red flag warnings in Fremont County and the San Luis Valley. Key areas like Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and Tri-Lakes expect strong thunderstorms, while wind gusts and hot temperatures are reported across the region. Additional storms are forecast for Wednesday, followed by cooler weather on Thursday.

Colorado faces high fire danger with Red Flag Warnings in effect for most of the state except the Denver metro and Eastern Plains, alongside severe storm risks including heavy rain, hail, and potential tornadoes. Temperatures are expected to reach the mid-90s in the Denver metro, with gusty winds up to 45 mph increasing fire risks in the mountains.

A red flag warning for high fire danger is in effect across multiple Colorado regions on Saturday, with strong winds and dry conditions increasing wildfire risk. Severe thunderstorms are also expected in the plains, with potential for damaging hail, wind, and isolated tornadoes.

Jefferson County, Colorado, enacted Stage 1 fire restrictions due to high temperatures, strong winds, and low humidity under a red flag warning. Officials banned open burning and incendiary activities, while fire departments increased staffing and prepared for wildfire risks. Residents acknowledged the danger but enjoyed the weather.

Heat advisories and red flag warnings have been issued in southern Colorado for Wednesday, affecting areas like El Paso, Pueblo, and Fremont County. High temperatures, dry conditions, and gusty winds increase heat-related illness risks and fire danger, with some regions reaching record highs. A cold front is expected to bring relief on Thursday.

Southern Colorado experiences high temperatures and elevated fire danger on Saturday, with Pueblo County under a Red Flag Warning. A cooler and stormy weather system is expected to arrive on Sunday, bringing rain and thunderstorms, followed by a return of hot conditions mid-week.

Saturday will bring hot weather with isolated thunderstorms across Colorado regions, while Sunday will feature increased cloud cover and rain. Red flag warnings are in effect for Pueblo on Saturday due to strong winds and dry conditions.

A Red Flag Warning in the East Bay hills is increasing wildfire danger concerns in the Oakland Hills. Residents are preparing for potentially hazardous fire weather conditions.

The Putah Fire has burned 869 acres and is 30% contained near Lake Berryessa, with a red flag warning issued for Northern California due to critical fire weather conditions.

The Bay Area is under a Red Flag Warning due to heat, high winds, and dry brush, which have increased extreme wildfire danger. Potential power shutoffs by PG&E are also possible.

A Red Flag Warning with high fire danger has been issued in the Bay Area as heat intensifies Wednesday and Thursday, marking the hottest weather of the year.