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Red Flag Warning

Active

Ashley; Chicot; Morehouse; West Carroll; East Carroll

Starts Oct 17, 11:00 AM CDT

Ends Oct 17, 7:00 PM CDT

Issued Oct 17, 5:35 AM CDT

Severity Severe

Urgency Expected

Certainty Likely

Details

* WIND...North winds around 15 mph with gusts to around 25 mph.

* HUMIDITY...Minimum relative humidity 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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