Texas, Fire Danger and extreme threat

Elevated fire threat persists due to dry air and breezy conditions in North Texas
The North Texas region is under critical or extreme fire threats on Friday, according to the National Weather Service. This is the first time parts of the area have seen an extreme fire threat in about 16 years,
Extreme Fire Danger: North Texas fire departments on standby as wildfire threat ramps up
The BriefThe High Wind Warning and Red Flag Warning in effect Friday for North Texas has expired.So far, DFW has not seen any major fires, but the threat continues into the weekend.North Texas fire departments have increased staffing and more tools on hand,
Extreme fire danger, high winds expected across most of Texas Friday
Flower Mound firefighters respond to a fire in the Texas Panhandle, Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024. A majority of Texas will face a dangerous mix of hurricane-like winds, warm temperatures and bone-dry conditions on Friday,
Warm end to the work week in North Texas ahead of extreme fire weather threat
Thursday is the day to make sure any outdoor items are secure before a high wind watch and fire weather watch go into effect.
High winds, dry conditions create ‘dangerous’ fire threat for Dallas, North Texas
Due to high winds and dry conditions, all of North and Central Texas are under a red flag warning Friday. The conditions create a “dangerous” risk of wildfires, according to the National Weather Service’s Fort Worth office.
Dallas weather: High Wind Warning, fire danger as gusts could reach 65 mph in North Texas
Get ready for a windy day across North Texas. A High Wind Warning is in effect, with gusts reaching up to 65 mph. Dry conditions also mean an elevated fire risk.
Blinding Panhandle dust expected to reduce visibility in North Texas Friday
Blowing dust pushed by wind gusts of more than 80 mph creates treacherous driving conditions in the Panhandle on Friday that ...
Strong winds prompt second alarm in North Side fire
SAN ANTONIO - Strong wind conditions forced firefighters to call for a second alarm when battling a fire on the North ...
Hurricane-force winds blast Texas, Oklahoma as fast-spreading wildfires prompt evacuations
A dangerous combination of hurricane-force winds, dry land and cratering humidity levels are bringing sweeping dust storms ...
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Texas could face more fires into the weekend
Wind speeds have come down and humidity is expected to increase slightly, but Texans should act with caution as fire risks ...
'Extreme' fire danger this weekend as even more wind reaches Oklahoma: See forecast
Dry conditions and high wind could fuel wildfires starting Friday. Here's what Oklahomans should expect this week.
What's the difference between a red flag warning and a fire warning?
A red flag warning is different than a fire warning. A red flag warning means conditions exist that could lead to a wildfire.
North Texas under tornado, thunderstorm watch until 11 a.m. Tuesday. See weather maps
NWS suggested tornadoes are possible, with wind gusts to 75 mph and isolated storms with large hail up to 1.5 inches in ...
Severe weather whips up Texas fires, threatens tornadoes in nation's midsection
High winds are whipping up wildfires in Texas on Friday as a roiling low pressure system moves east and threatens to land ...
Sunday Outlook: Sunny and mild with less wind
SUNDAY: Mostly sunny and mild. High: 71. Wind: N 5-10 mph. MONDAY (ST. PATRICK’S DAY): Mostly sunny, breezy and warm. Low: 48 ...