Red Flag Warning Issued for Western Oklahoma Due to Critical Fire Conditions
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for western Oklahoma as high winds, low humidity, and record heat create conditions for rapid fire spread.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Red Flag Warning for western Oklahoma. This alert signifies that critical fire weather conditions are either currently occurring or will develop shortly, driven by a combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures.
Affected Areas
The warning impacts the following counties in Oklahoma:
- Ellis
- Woodward
- Major
- Roger Mills
- Dewey
- Custer
- Blaine
- Beckham
- Washita
- Harmon
- Greer
- Kiowa
What You Should Do
Residents in the affected areas are advised that any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. Residents should prepare for extreme fire behavior and exercise caution with any equipment that could cause a spark.
Expected Conditions
- Winds: Southwest to west winds of 15 to 25 mph, with gusts reaching up to 35 mph.
- Relative Humidity: Levels dropping as low as 8 percent.
- Temperatures: Highs reaching up to 92 degrees.
- Fire Environment: The fire environment is rated at a 7 out of 10, with fuels (ERC) in the 70th-90th percentile.
Timeline
The Red Flag Warning is effective immediately as of 3:18 PM CDT and is scheduled to expire at 8:00 PM CDT this evening, March 9, 2026.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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