Red Flag Warning for Beckham; Washita; Caddo +28 more
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What is happening
Impacts: Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
What the bulletin says to do
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures will contribute to extreme fire behavior.
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The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect until 9 PM CDT this evening. * WINDS...West-southwest 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 12 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 112 degrees. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * SEVERITY... FUELS (ERC)...90th+ percentile...5 (out of 5). WEATHER...Near Critical...2 (out of 5). FIRE ENVIRONMENT...7 (out of 10).
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Red Flag Warning issued August 24 at 2:29PM CDT until August 24 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Norman OK. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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