National Weather Service

June 5, 2026, 10:47 a.m. – The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Red Flag Warning below 8,000 feet for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels, which is in effect from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. MDT Sunday. A Fire Weather Watch has also been issued. This Fire Weather Watch for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels is in effect from Monday morning through Tuesday evening.

• AFFECTED AREA: In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 205 Colorado River Headwaters below 8,000 feet.
• TIMING: For the Red Flag Warning, from 10 a.m to 10 p.m. MDT, Sunday. For the Fire Weather Watch, from Monday morning through Tuesday evening.
• WINDS: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.
• RELATIVE HUMIDITY: 11 to 16 percent.
• IMPACTS: Elevated fire danger is expected. Fires will catch and spread rapidly and erratically.

Precautionary/preparedness actions

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings.