Red Flag Warning for One US State: Official Information
Residents of one US state have been advised to follow wildfire safety guidelines, which include steering clear of activities that might create a spark.
On October 28, 2024, a Red Flag Warning was issued for most of Oklahoma, including much of the county’s western, northern, and north-central regions.
Firefighters from across Kansas and Oklahoma battle a major wildfire near Protection, Kan, on March 7, 2017 | Source: Getty Images
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Norman issued the Red Flag Warning on its Facebook page, alerting residents of Oklahoma to near-critical fire conditions anticipated on October 29 and 30.
A wildfire jumps a fire line in Graford, Texas, on September 1, 2011 | Source: Getty Images
The NWS noted that strong southern winds, dry plant matter, and low humidity levels on the afternoon of October 28 will foster ideal wildfire conditions, expected to persist until 6:00 p.m.
Firefighters from across Kansas and Oklahoma battle a major wildfire near Protection, Kan, on March 7, 2017 | Source: Getty Images
With the heightened fire danger, residents are urged to follow fire safety guidelines, including safely disposing of cigarettes, keeping vehicles off dry vegetation, and steering clear of any activities that may cause sparks or flames.
People in the community of Tujunga watch approaching flames during the La Tuna Fire near Burbank, California, on September 2, 2017 | Source: Getty Images
They should also steer clear of spark-producing equipment, follow burn bans, and comply with evacuation orders if needed. Regions expected to be highly affected are western, northern, and north-central Oklahoma.
A worker prepares a fire hose for shipping at the NewView Oklahoma facility in Oklahoma City, on September 16, 2021 | Source: Getty Images
On, October 28, high temperatures are forecasted to reach the upper 80s, with southern winds between 31 and 37 mph, accompanied by gusts up to 55 mph.
