This hazardous weather outlook is for northeast and north central Colorado. .DAY ONE...Today and Tonight Warmer today with much drier conditions expected in the afternoon. Elevated to spotty critical fire weather conditions across the high country this afternoon. A few thunderstorms could develop across the far northeast corner this afternoon and evening. Any storms that develop could become strong to severe, with mainly a large hail and damaging wind threat. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday Very hot temperatures along with dry conditions will occur from from Monday through Wednesday. Some smoke may move back into the area on Monday. Elevated to spotty critical fire weather conditions may develop again Tuesday for portions of the northern Front Range Mountains and Cheyenne Ridge. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Spotter activation will not be needed today or tonight.