Update: The current red flag warning for Southwest Colorado will be expiring at 9 p.m.

Published Jun 18, 2026

The warning was for Southwest Colorado Upper East Forecast Area.

“Winds have decreased below critical fire weather criteria for much of the area. Therefore, the Red Flag Warning will be allowed to expire at 9 pm MDT this evening. Localized conditions are still possible at times,” adds the National Weather Service.

Source: The National Weather Service