Resolved Aug 5, 2026 at 9:00 AM. Kept for reference.
HighWeatherNWS Grand Junction
Red Flag Warning
Delta County · Started Aug 4, 2026 at 12:19 PM
Delta Countyarea
Aug 4, 2026, 12:19 PMeffective
Aug 5, 2026, 9:00 AMexpires
NWS Grand Junctionsource
Warned area as issued by the National Weather Service
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 1 PM to 8 PM MDT Wednesday.
AFFECTED AREA
In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 293 Gunnison Basin Forecast Area.
TIMING
From 1 PM to 8 PM MDT Wednesday.
WINDS
Northwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
RELATIVE HUMIDITY
8 to 13 percent.
IMPACTS
Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.