WELLINGTON, CO — Don’t let the calm morning deceive you—the risk of wildfire remains dangerously high across Northern Colorado, especially in the Wellington area.
The Wellington Fire Protection District issued a public alert this morning reminding residents that a Red Flag Warning is in effect from noon to 8 PM today (Sunday, March 23).
“Don’t let the calm morning fool you,” the district posted. “We are under a Red Flag Warning again this afternoon until 8 PM.”
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According to the National Weather Service in Boulder, today’s conditions are ripe for rapid fire spread, including:
- Strong West Winds: 20–30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph
- Very Low Humidity: 13–20%
- Timing: Noon to 8 PM MDT
- Affected Zones: Fire Weather Zones 238, 239, 240, 242, 243, 244, 248, 250, and 251
“Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread,” the NWS stated. “Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a wildfire.”…