Red flag warnings have once again been issued for counties in our area.

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

South winds at 15 to 20 mph, with gusts of 25 to 30 mph, and relative humidity as low as 15 to 20 percent are forecast.

Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly and exhibit extreme fire behavior. Use extreme caution if engaging in activities that could result in fire ignition, the weather service urged.

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

South winds sustained at 16 to 20 mph, with gusts around 25 mph at times, and humidity at 16 to 20 percent are forecast.

Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly, the weather service warned. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

By SALINA POSTRed flag warnings have once again been issued for counties in our area.The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday for the following counties in our area.Jewell CountyMitchell CountySouth winds at 15 to 20 mph, with gusts of 25 to 30 mph, and relative humidity as low as 15 to 20 percent are forecast.Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly and exhibit extreme fire behavior. Use extreme caution if engaging in activities that could result in fire ignition, the weather service urged.The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday for the following counties in our area.Cloud CountyRepublic CountySouth winds sustained at 16 to 20 mph, with gusts around 25 mph at times, and humidity at 16 to 20 percent are forecast.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly, the weather service warned. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

NWS: Red flag warnings for a few counties in our area