Red Flag Warning

Locations Affected

Jackson, MS ∙ Newton, MS ∙ Red Lick, MS ∙ Collinsville, MS ∙ Utica, MS ∙ Shuqualak, MS ∙ Brandon, MS ∙ Walters, LA ∙ Rolling Fork, MS ∙ Chase, LA

Full Alert Message

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Jackson MS 535 AM CDT Sat Oct 17 2026 ...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING FOR SOUTHEAST ARKANSAS, NORTHEAST LOUISIANA, AND CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI... * WIND...North winds around 15 mph with gusts to around 25 mph. * HUMIDITY...Minimum relative humidity between 30 to 35 percent. * FUELS...Critically dry. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures will create favorable weather for rapid fire growth and spread. Avoid activities that promote open flames and sparks.

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