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Red Flag Warning
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...RED FLAG WARNING IS NOW IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 7 PM CDT SATURDAY FOR SOUTHEAST ARKANSAS, NORTHEAST LOUISIANA, AND CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI...
The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect until 8 PM this eveing, and again on Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM CDT.
* WIND...Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph behind a cold front today. For Saturday, north winds around 15 mph with gusts to around 25 mph.
* HUMIDITY...Minimum Relative Humidity values between 25 to 40 percent today. For Saturday, Minimum Relative Humidity values between 30 to 35 percent.
* FUELS...Critically dry.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Instructions
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 create favorable weather for rapid fire growth and spread. Avoid activities that promote open flames and sparks.
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