Strong to Severe Thunderstorms Continue Tonight in the East; Early Heat Wave in the West

Scattered strong to severe storms with damaging winds and potentially a tornado or two are expected tonight from the coastal Carolinas into the Mid-Atlantic states. An anomalously early heat wave will continue to intensify and expand across the West and Southwest as the week progresses. Numerous daily and potentially monthly record highs are expected to be broken. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, Mar 17, 2026 at 4:14:16 am CDT

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Rangeland Fire Danger

A strong cold front swept through the area Sunday. This will bring much cooler temperatures and lighter winds to the region today. Warm weather returns on Wednesday and heats up late this work week heading into the weekend.

Rangeland Fire Danger (RFD) conditions are expected this afternoon through this evening for central and eastern portions of the Permian Basin, Lower Trans Pecos, Guadalupe Mountains, and Culberson County Plains. Outdoor burning and activities that cause open sparks or flames are discouraged. With breezy south/southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph and higher for the Guadalupe Mountains, fire and emergency officials should be aware that weather conditions will be favorable for the development of wind-driven grass fires.


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Strong to Severe Thunderstorms Continue Tonight in the East; Early Heat Wave in the West

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