* WINDS…North to Northeast 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY Friday…As low as 15 to 20 percent.
* TEMPERATURES Friday…60 to 65 degrees.
* IMPACTS…Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
* SEVERITY…
FUELS (ERC)…90th+ percentile…5 (out of 5).
WEATHER…Near Critical…2 (out of 5).
FIRE ENVIRONMENT…7 (out of 10).
* WHAT…Northeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
* WHERE…Portions of central, east central, northern, northwest, southern, southwest, and western Oklahoma and northern Texas.
* WHEN…Until 7 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
At 6:00 AM in Oklahoma City, current conditions feature a clear sky with a temperature of 55.4°F and winds blowing at 21.1 mph. No precipitation has been recorded this morning.
Today, the temperature is expected to reach a high of 75°F with a low tonight of 46.9°F. Winds could peak at 22.8 mph. Although the forecast predicts a slight drizzle accumulating to just 0.01 inches, the chance of precipitation remains relatively low at 29%. Tonight, temperatures will drop slightly to a low of 53.1°F beneath overcast skies, with lighter winds up to 17.5 mph and a minimal precipitation chance of 3%.
A Severe Red Flag Warning is in effect from 3:00 PM today until 2:00 AM tomorrow due to critical fire weather conditions. Residents should be cautious as north to northeast winds ranging from 25 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, are expected. Low relative humidity between 15 to 20 percent, combined with temperatures around 60 to 65 degrees, could cause rapid fire spread. Outdoor burning is not recommended during this time, given the severe fire risk.
Additionally, a Minor Wind Advisory accompanies the severe weather alerts. Residents should secure any loose items outdoors and drive carefully, especially on exposed roads and bridges.
Stay tuned to local weather updates and follow all safety guidelines associated with these warnings.
Today's Details
7-Day Forecast
| Day | High | Low | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 75°F | 47°F | Drizzle: light |
| Saturday | 64°F | 40°F | Overcast |
| Sunday | 80°F | 47°F | Overcast |
| Monday | 84°F | 62°F | Overcast |
| Tuesday | 85°F | 57°F | Drizzle: light |
| Wednesday | 65°F | 50°F | Drizzle: light |
| Thursday | 84°F | 58°F | Drizzle: light |
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