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.

The National Weather Service in Amarillo has issued a Red Flag Warning for strong winds and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 1 PM this afternoon to 8 PM CDT this evening. A Red Flag Warning has also been issued from 9 AM to 7 PM CDT Friday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * Affected Area...In Texas...Moore...Hutchinson...Roberts... Hemphill and Potter. * 20 Foot Winds...Southwest 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph. * Relative Humidity...As low as 13 percent. * Red Flag Threat Index...4 to 6. * Timing...Friday from 9 AM to 7 PM.