Red flag warning weather burn notice
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Lubbock, Texas – A Red Flag Warning is in effect Sunday across the southern Texas Panhandle and South Plains as powerful winds and very dry air create critical wildfire conditions. 🔥🌬️
According to the National Weather Service in Lubbock, the warning will run from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CDT Sunday across the far southern Texas Panhandle, South Plains, and Rolling Plains.
Forecasters say northwest winds shifting north at 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph are expected during the warning period. At the same time, relative humidity could fall as low as 15 percent, creating extremely dry conditions capable of fueling fast-moving fires.
Officials say vegetation across the region is critically dry, increasing the potential for fires to ignite and spread quickly.
The National Weather Service warns that any fires that start may grow rapidly and become difficult to control under the combination of strong winds, low humidity, and warm temperatures.
Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged, and residents are urged to avoid activities that could spark flames, including burning debris or using equipment that produces sparks.
Fire weather warnings are issued when weather conditions create high potential for extreme fire behavior, particularly across open grasslands common in the South Plains region.
Communities across the affected area — including parts of the Texas Panhandle, South Plains, and Rolling Plains — may see elevated wildfire response activity Sunday if fires ignite.
The conditions may also affect visibility and travel if wildfires develop near roadways. Commuters and students traveling across the region should stay aware of rapidly changing conditions during the warning period. 🚗
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