Heat Builds in the West; Extremely Critical Fire Weather in the Northwest

A heat wave over the Southwest will intensify this week, peaking and expanding into the Intermountain West and northern High Plains this weekend. Critical to extremely critical fire weather conditions are forecast from the Northwest and the northern Great Basin this weekend. Particularly Dangerous Situation Red Flag Warnings have been issued. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sat, Aug 1, 2026 at 3:58:30 am CDT

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Low Rain Chances Tonight - Saturday

A weak cold front will bring isolated showers and thunderstorms to locations along the Red River late this evening and tonight. Isolated to widely scattered storms will shift into Central Texas on Saturday. Any storms that develop will be capable of gusty winds and lightning strikes. Be cautious on area lakes this weekend!

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Heat Builds in the West; Extremely Critical Fire Weather in the Northwest

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