(Fremont County, WY) – The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a Red Flag Warning for Fremont County, in effect from 1 PM today, August 2, through 9 PM August 3.
“A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.”
The NWSR is calling for high temperatures in the 90s, low humidity (5-10% today, 10-15% for Monday), and winds blowing at 15 to 25 mph (with gusts up to 35 mph).
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