Critical Fire Danger Continues Across Plains, Midwest | Weather.com
February 20, 2026Updated: February 20, 2026, 5:40 am ESTPublished: February 20, 2026, 5:40 am EST

Red flag warnings continue Wednesday across parts of the Plains and Midwest. The highest fire danger will exist in places like Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Amarillo, Lubbock and El Paso. If a fire does ignite, it could spread very rapidly and be difficult to control due to low relative humidity and strong winds. Here’s what you need to know.

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