Update: Red flag warning for Colorado anticipated to expire at 9 p.m.

Published Jun 18, 2026

The warning had been issued for Colorado.

“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,” according to the National Weather Service.

The full list of affected locations includes:

• Little Snake

• White River

• Southwest Colorado Lower Forecast Area

• Paradox Valley

• Northern San Juan

• North Fork

• Gunnison Basin

• Southwest Colorado Upper West Forecast Area

• Routt County

Source: The National Weather Service