Red Flag Warning Issued for Central Wyoming: Critical Fire Conditions Expected Today
NWS Riverton has issued a Red Flag Warning for Fremont and Natrona counties effective from 11 AM to 6 PM MST today due to high winds and low humidity.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a Red Flag Warning for parts of Central Wyoming. This alert indicates that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will develop shortly. The warning was issued early February 27 and remains in effect through this evening.
Affected Areas
The warning covers specific regions in Central Wyoming, including Fire Weather Zones 280 and 283. Affected geographic areas include:
- Natrona County/Casper BLM
- Upper Wind River Basin/Wind River Basin
- Counties: Fremont and Natrona
What You Should Do
Residents and personnel in the warning area should prepare for critical fire weather. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and unseasonably warm temperatures can contribute to extreme and erratic fire behavior. Outdoor burning is highly discouraged during these conditions.
Expected Conditions
- Wind: West winds sustained between 15 to 25 mph, with gusts reaching up to 40 mph.
- Humidity: Very low relative humidity levels ranging from 13 to 20 percent.
- Temperature: Unseasonably warm conditions with high temperatures expected in the mid 50s.
Timeline
The Red Flag Warning is effective starting at 11:00 AM MST today, February 27, 2026. The alert is scheduled to expire at 6:00 PM MST this evening.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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