The National Weather Service in Tulsa has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM CST this evening.
* AFFECTED AREA...In Arkansas, Benton, Carroll, Washington, and Madison counties. In Oklahoma, Craig, Ottawa, Tulsa, Rogers, Mayes, Delaware, Creek, Wagoner, Cherokee, and Adair counties.
* WIND...West to northwest winds at 10 to 20 mph, gusting to 20 to 30 mph at times * HUMIDITY...15 to 25 percent.
* TEMPERATURE...Mid to upper 60s.
* IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A red flag warning means that a dangerous combination of weather conditions and dry vegetation is expected within 24 hours, favoring rapid growth and spread of any wildfires. The primary weather factors include stronger winds, lower humidities, and warmer temperatures.