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Colorado Braces for Friday Wind Gusts Up to 70 MPH!
16 Jan
Summary
- Colorado faces strong winds and high fire threat Friday.
- Gusts of 60-70 mph are expected across eastern Colorado.
- Much colder temperatures will accompany the strong winds.
Eastern Colorado is set to experience powerful winds and a heightened fire risk as a cold front moves through on Friday. The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for a significant portion of the eastern plains, including the Denver metropolitan area, valid from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday. This warning highlights critical fire danger due to expected wind gusts ranging from 60 to 70 mph and critically low relative humidity levels as low as 13 percent.
These conditions are highly conducive to the rapid spread of wildfires. Residents are strongly advised against outdoor burning and any activities that could potentially create a spark. The swift-moving cold front that initiated these conditions also brings a significant temperature drop to the state. Highs across the eastern plains are forecast to be in the cool 30s and 40s.
This weather system follows a night of hurricane-force winds across northeastern plains counties like Yuma and Kit Carson, which prompted a temporary Blowing Dust Warning. The combination of extreme wind and low humidity poses a serious threat, requiring vigilance and adherence to safety precautions.
