RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM CDT FRIDAY FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE FAR SOUTHERN TEXAS PANHANDLE, THE SOUTH PLAINS, AND MUCH OF THE ROLLING PLAINS

* Timing... From 12 PM to 9 PM on Friday.

* Wind...Southwest at 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.

* Humidity...Ranging from 6 to 11 percent on Friday.

* Fuels...Critically dry.

* Impacts...Any fires that develop can spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is discouraged.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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. close