High winds across parts of Colorado create fire danger Monday

High Winds Create Fire Danger in Colorado

A red flag warning has been issued for most of the Eastern Plains and the Front Range in Colorado due to high winds and low humidity levels.

The National Weather Service has issued the warning, which means weather conditions are favorable for wildfires to ignite and spread quickly. Wind gusts are expected to reach up to 60 miles per hour.

According to Russell Dannielson, a meteorologist with the NWS in Boulder

The warning comes during a stretch of dry weather across eastern Colorado, where vegetation has dried out after a warm, windy fall.

Author's summary: Colorado faces fire danger due to high winds.

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Colorado Public Radio Colorado Public Radio — 2025-10-20

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