Overview

• The National Weather Service has issued red flag warnings across states including Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado, and New Mexico due to critical fire weather conditions.
• Factors driving the fire risks include very low humidity, wind gusts up to 65 mph, and temperatures 15-25 degrees above average.
• The warnings follow a weekend of severe weather, including tornadoes, wildfires, and dust storms that killed at least 37 people and destroyed hundreds of buildings.
• Power outages have already affected thousands of residents in Colorado and Texas as strong winds continue to batter the region.
• Snow and gusty winds are expected to develop over parts of the Plains by Tuesday night, potentially reducing fire risks in some areas.