YUMA COUNTY HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK

 This hazardous weather outlook is for extreme southwest Nebraska... northwest Kansas and east central Colorado.  .DAY ONE...THIS AFTERNOON AND TONIGHT...  A Red Flag Warning is in effect for the entire Tri-State area this afternoon through sunset for Critical fire weather conditions. All outdoor burning should be avoided. Burn bans may also be in effect.  Localized reductions in visibility due to blowing dust are possible throughout the afternoon, especially near open fields. Be prepared for rapid reductions in visibility if traveling.  .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...SATURDAY THROUGH FRIDAY...  Near Critical to Critical fire weather conditions are forecast Saturday afternoon for those generally east of a line from McCook to Edson and Tribune.  Near Critical to Critical fire weather conditions are forecast for the entire forecast area Tuesday afternoon.  Near Critical to Critical fire weather conditions are forecast Wednesday afternoon and Thursday afternoon for those generally west of Kansas Highway 25.  .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...  Spotters are encouraged to report any fires and reduction in visibilities to local law enforcement or NWS Goodland.