Colfax County, NM

In effect from Sunday 04/19 11:00 AM MDT – Sunday 04/19 8:00 PM MDT

Issued by NWS Albuquerque NM

RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT TODAY FROM 11 AM UNTIL 8PM MDT FOR THE NORTHEAST HIGHLANDS AND NORTHEAST PLAINS DUE TO STRONG WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY

.Gusty south-southwest winds return to the northeast corner of New Mexico late this morning into this afternoon. Winds of 20 to 30 mph with peak gusts of 35 to 45 mph are expected. Up to 9 hours of critical fire weather conditions may occur in the far northeastern corner of the state where afternoon humidity will drop down to around 10 percent. Any new fire starts will be able to spread rapidly.

Area And Timing

Northeast Plains (Zone 104) and Northeast Highlands (Zone 123) today from 11 AM until 8 PM MDT.

* 20 FOOT WINDS...South to southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

Relative Humidity

Minimum values 10 to 13 percent.

Impacts

Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended

What to do

Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the field of this Red Flag Warning.

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