YUMA COUNTY HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK

 This hazardous weather outlook is for extreme southwest Nebraska... northwest Kansas and east central Colorado.  .DAY ONE...TODAY AND TONIGHT...  A Red Flag Warning is in effect for areas west of Highway 83 this afternoon through the mid evening. Southerly winds gusting 30 to 40 mph are currently forecast, along with low relative humidity values. Near critical to locally critical fire conditions are possible surrounding the warning area. Burning is strongly discouraged.  An isolated severe thunderstorm or two are possible this afternoon and evening east of Highway 83. Large hail and damaging winds are the primary threats.  .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...WEDNESDAY THROUGH TUESDAY...  Wednesday and Thursday, Near Critical to Critical fire weather conditions are possible across the area.  Near record to record low temperatures in the lower to middle 20s are forecast Saturday and Sunday mornings. Those with vegetation interests will want to continue to check back for latest forecast.  .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...  Spotter activation may be needed this afternoon and evening. Spotters are encouraged to report any fires to local law enforcement.