The warm and dry conditions that have persisted throughout the summer will continue Saturday, as forecasters warn of extreme fire danger in parts of the state.
High temperatures in Denver are expected to reach 83 degrees, with winds up to 35 miles per hour over the Eastern Plains, according to the National Weather Service in Boulder.
Winds will increase over the plains after 11 a.m. and continue into the early evening, producing critical fire conditions, NWS said, as they warned residents to avoid open flames or anything that could spark.
Another very warm & dry afternoon. Gusty southerly winds 25-35 mph are possible over the the eastern plains and will result in extreme fire danger. A Red Flag Warning is in effect from noon until 8 pm this evening. Stay tuned for additional updates.
— NWS Boulder (@NWSBoulder)
