WASHINGTON COUNTY HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK

 ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 9 PM MDT TODAY... ...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE THIS EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON...  This hazardous weather outlook is for northeast and north central Colorado.  .DAY ONE...Today and Tonight  Critical fire conditions will be in place today across all of the plains and Palmer Divide.  West winds will gust from 40 to 60 mph with humidity levels below 10 percent.  Some gusts up to 70 mph may occur in and near the foothills this afternoon.  Tonight, a strong cold front will move across the plains overnight with wind gusts from 50 to 65 mph behind the front.  In addition some light snow may fall as well over the plains. In the mountains there will be a period of snow with hazardous travel expected overnight due to blowing snow.  .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Sunday through Friday  Strong winds will continue across the plains on Sunday with gusts from 50 to 65 mph possible.  A quick warmup and a high potential for record warmth can be expected by mid week.  .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...  Spotter activation will not be needed, but any reports of high wind will be appreciated.