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...  The Tri-State Area sees near critical fire weather conditions across the region this afternoon. Southern portions of Cheyenne County Colorado may see a couple hours of critical fire weather conditions late this afternoon. An incoming cold front will create a wind shift to the NW causing any fire, if one is ongoing, to rapidly change directions. Outdoor burning is not advised.  An isolated severe thunderstorm or two are possible this evening through through the early morning hours for areas along and east of U.S. Highway 283. Potential hazards include large hail and damaging winds should a severe thunderstorm occur.  A High Wind Watch is in effect tonight for Wallace, Logan, Gove, Greeley, and Wichita counties in Kansas due to potential strong winds gusting up to 60 mph. Wind gusts up to 50 mph are possible outside of the watch. Be sure to secure any outdoor decorations. Please watch for forecast updates.  .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...THURSDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY...  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 required this evening. Spotters are encouraged to report any wildfires to local law enforcement.