Update: Red flag warning previously issued for Colorado will expire at 9 p.m.

Published Jun 17, 2026

The warning was issued for Colorado.

Residents can expect winds to be west 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph and relative humidity 7 to 12%.

“Winds have weakened, therefore today’s Red Flag Warnings will be allowed to expire. Red Flag Warnings remain in effect for tomorrow from noon to 9 p.m.,” explains the National Weather Service. “Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise extreme caution with any outdoor burning.”

The full list of affected locations includes:

• Little Snake

• White River

• Southwest Colorado Lower Forecast Area

• Paradox Valley

• North Fork

• Gunnison Basin

• Southwest Colorado Upper West Forecast Area

Source: The National Weather Service