Resolved Apr 10, 2026 at 2:15 PM. Kept for reference.
HighWeatherNWS Grand Junction
Red Flag Warning
Mesa County · Started Apr 9, 2026 at 10:08 PM · Updated 2d ago
Mesa Countyarea
Apr 9, 2026, 10:08 PMeffective
Apr 10, 2026, 2:15 PMexpires
NWS Grand Junctionsource
Approximate affected area. Zone-based advisories do not include an exact boundary
Full advisory
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Red Flag Warning below 7500 feet for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels, which is in effect from noon to 8 PM MDT Friday.
AFFECTED AREA
In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 203 Lower Colorado River below 7500 feet.
TIMING
From noon to 8 PM MDT Friday.
WINDS
Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
RELATIVE HUMIDITY
13 to 18 percent.
IMPACTS
Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise extreme caution with any outdoor burning.