Severe Expected Likely Red Flag Warning Red Flag Warning issued February 25 at 12:31PM MST until February 27 at 6:00PM MST by NWS Cheyenne WY Feb 26, 11:00 AM → Feb 27, 6:00 PM The National Weather Service in Cheyenne has issued a Red FlagWarning, which is in effect from 11 AM Thursday to 6 PM MSTFriday. The Fire Weather Watch has been upgraded.* AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 430, 431, 432, 433, 435,436, and 437.* WIND...West to northwest winds 20 to 25 MPH with gusts up to 35MPH on Thursday. Stronger winds expected on Friday with gustsover 45 MPH possible.* HUMIDITY...10 to 20 percent, with the lowest relative humidityexpected Friday. Poor overnight humidity recoveries are expectedThursday night.* HIGHEST THREAT...The most critical fire weather conditions areexpected along the Interstate 80 corridor east of the LaramieRange into the southern Nebraska Panhandle. The driestconditions are expected here with some of the strongest winds. IMPACTS: Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.Outdoor burning is not recommended. + Read More 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 can contribute to extreme fire behavior. Updated: Feb 26, 12:18 AM Source: NWS Alert