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Red Flag Warning Issued for Southeast Utah Due to Fire Weather Conditions

By Utah News · July 1, 2026 · 1 min read
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A Red Flag Warning is in effect for Southeast Utah due to critical fire weather conditions. The National Weather Service has also issued a Fire Weather Watch for Thursday.

Key takeaways

  • A Red Flag Warning is active for Southeast Utah until 8 PM MDT this evening.
  • Wind gusts may reach up to 35 mph with relative humidity as low as 5 percent.
  • A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening.
  • Extreme caution is advised for outdoor burning as fires may spread quickly.

A Red Flag Warning remains in effect for Southeast Utah Fire Weather Zone 491 from noon today until 8 PM MDT this evening. The National Weather Service Grand Junction issued the warning due to gusty winds, low relative humidity, and dry fuels.

Specific weather conditions expected

Weather conditions are expected to include south winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts reaching up to 35 mph. Relative humidity levels are forecast to be between 5 and 10 percent.

Fire spread and safety warnings

According to the National Weather Service, these conditions mean fires will catch and spread quickly. Officials advise exercising extreme caution with any outdoor burning.

Upcoming Fire Weather Watch details

A Fire Weather Watch remains in effect for Southeast Utah from Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening. This watch also covers several areas in Southwest Colorado, including the Paradox Valley, Northern San Juan, and Gunnison Basin forecast areas, due to continued concerns regarding gusty winds, low humidity, and dry fuels.

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