Apr 08, 2023

Red flag warnings in effect Saturday for some area counties

Posted Apr 08, 2023 1:14 PM

By SALINA POST

Red flag warnings are in effect for some counties in our area for Saturday.

The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a red flag warning in effect from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday for the following counties in our area.

Jewell County

Mitchell County

Winds from the south at 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph and relative humidity as low as 10 percent are forecast.

Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly. Use caution if engaging in activities that could start a fire.

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon to 8 p.m. for the following counties in our area.

Clay County

Cloud County

Dickinson County

Ottawa County

Republic County

South winds at 15 to 20 mph with gusts of 25 to 30 mph and relative humidity falling into the 15 to 20 percent range during the afternoon are forecast.

Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning should not occur as fires could quickly become out of control.