GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) – Fire danger is on the rise again across Western Colorado and Eastern Utah, starting Monday and continuing through at least Tuesday.
Fire Weather Alerts
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Red Flag Warnings are active Monday from 11 AM to 9 PM due to:
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Low humidity
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Dry fuels
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Wind gusts reaching up to 35 mph
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A Fire Weather Watch has already been issued for Tuesday and may be upgraded to another Red Flag Warning. These conditions make it easy for wildfires to start and spread rapidly.
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Mesa County has issued a No Burn Advisory, prohibiting all types of outdoor burning until further notice.
Air Quality Health Advisory
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A Health Advisory is in effect until 9 AM Monday for:
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Central and eastern Rio Blanco County
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Eastern Garfield County
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Western Eagle County
Heavy smoke from the Grease Fire, Elk Fire, and Coulter Creek Fire may impact these areas. If visibility drops below 5 miles, the air quality is considered hazardous. While most of Western Colorado may see lighter smoke, shifting winds could bring in occasional heavier smoke from wildfires in Utah and Arizona.
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Forecast Snapshot – Next 24 Hours
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Sunday Evening:
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Clear skies
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Temps: Upper 80s to mid 90s by 7 PM, dropping to low 70s to low 80s by 9 PM
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Monday Morning Lows:
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Grand Junction: 64°F
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Montrose: 57°F
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Delta: 57°F
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Cortez: 49°F
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Moab: 62°F
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Monday Highs:
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Grand Junction: 98°F
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Montrose: 94°F
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Delta: 100°F
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Cortez: 94°F
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Moab: 99°F
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Reminder: Avoid any outdoor burning and stay alert to weather and fire updates through the start of the week.
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