LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Widespread wind gusts of 35 mph this afternoon may impact crews fighting the Cottonwood Fire, and cause any new fires to spread quickly, so a Red Flag Warning is in place today from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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WEATHER STORIES FROM THIS WEEK:
Please exercise caution with campfires, cigarettes, fireworks, and other potential fire hazards.
Afternoon wind gusts to 35 mph will elevate the fire danger and likely deliver difficult conditions around the #CottonwoodFire for firefighters. A Red Flag Warning is in place from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. as a result. pic.twitter.com/EtoqSqYoVm
— Justin Bruce (@just1nbruce) July 22, 2020
Storms are not in the forecast across Southern Nevada today, so lightning is not a concern. There is a small (10%) chance for pop-up storms on Thursday.
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The good news is that winds will relax by the end of the week, reducing fire danger.
Maximum wind speeds of 25 mph on Thursday will drop to 20 mph Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Make sure to follow meteorologists Justin Bruce and Dani Beckstrom on Twitter for updates around the clock.
