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Red Flag Warning
Issued: 5:03 AM Apr. 1, 2026 – National Weather Service
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM CDT WEDNESDAY FOR
STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE FAR SOUTHWESTERN
TEXAS PANHANDLE AND SOUTH PLAINS...

The National Weather Service in Lubbock has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM CDT Wednesday. The
Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.


* Wind...Southwest at 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Humidity...As low as 17 percent.

* Fuels...Critically to extremely 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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Wind Advisory
Issued: 4:50 AM Apr. 1, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
expected.

* WHERE...Bailey, Cochran, Hockley, Lamb, Terry, Yoakum, Castro, and
Parmer Counties.

* WHEN...From noon to 8 PM CDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

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