Resolved Aug 4, 2025 at 6:00 AM. Kept for reference.
HighWeatherNWS Grand Junction
Red Flag Warning
Mesa County · Started Aug 3, 2025 at 1:18 PM · Updated 4d ago
Mesa Countyarea
Aug 3, 2025, 1:18 PMeffective
Aug 4, 2025, 6:00 AMexpires
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 for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels, which is in effect from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Monday. A Fire Weather Watch has also been issued. This Fire Weather Watch for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels is in effect from Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening.
AFFECTED AREA
In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 205 Colorado River Headwaters and Fire Weather Zone 293 Gunnison Basin Forecast Area.
TIMING
For the Red Flag Warning, from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Monday. For the Fire Weather Watch, from Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening.
WINDS
Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
RELATIVE HUMIDITY
7 to 12 percent.
IMPACTS
Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.