Alertes en vigueurNorton, KS

A Red Flag Warning is in effect for portions of northwest Kansas today, mainly south and east of Goodland where above normal temperatures, low humidity and southwest winds at 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph may lead to rapid wildfire growth this afternoon. On Tuesday, stronger southwest winds may lead to dangerous fire weather conditions over portions of the area, especially south of Interstate 70.
Affected Area: Fire Weather Zones 004 Norton, 015 Sheridan, 016 Graham, 028 Logan, 029 Gove, 041 Greeley and 042 Wichita.
Timing: From 11 AM MDT /noon CDT/ to 8 PM MDT /9 PM CDT/ this evening.
Winds: Southwest at 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
Relative Humidity: As low as 10 percent.
Impacts: Unpredictable fire behavior. Any fires that develop may rapidly grow and spread out of control.

Comply with burn bans and regulations. Avoid driving on dry grass or brush. Maintain vehicle brakes and tires and secure tow chains to avoid dragging. Never toss lit cigarettes onto the ground.