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Wind Advisory
Issued: 3:24 AM Apr. 14, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 7 PM CDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Parmer, Castro, Swisher, Bailey, Lamb, and Hale Counties. * WHEN...From 1 PM to 7 PM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. &&
Red Flag Warning
Issued: 3:20 AM Apr. 14, 2026 – National Weather Service
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT TUESDAY FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR WESTERN PORTIONS OF THE CAPROCK AND MUCH OF THE FAR SOUTHERN TEXAS PANHANDLE... The National Weather Service in Lubbock has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from noon to 8 PM CDT Tuesday. * Wind...Southwest at 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 45 mph. * Humidity...As low as 14 percent. * Fuels...Dry to critically dry. * Impacts...Any fires that develop can spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is discouraged. 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 can contribute to extreme fire behavior. &&
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