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Red Flag Warning
Issued: 5:31 AM Feb. 20, 2026 – National Weather Service
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 7 PM CST
FRIDAY FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE CENTRAL
AND WESTERN TEXAS AND OKLAHOMA PANHANDLES...

* WINDS...Southwest to west 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 13 percent.

* TEMPERATURES...In the mid 50s to mid 60s.

* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.

* SEVERITY...

FUELS (ERC)...70th-89th percentile...4 (out of 5).

WEATHER...Critical...3 (out of 5).

FIRE ENVIRONMENT...6 (out of 10).

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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 will
create favorable weather for rapid fire growth and spread. Avoid
activities that promote open flames and sparks.

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