Critical Fire Danger Targets Southern Plains Thursday | Weather.com
February 20, 2026Updated: February 20, 2026, 7:22 am ESTPublished: February 20, 2026, 7:22 am EST

Red flag warnings remain in effect today across the Southern Plains. The highest fire danger will exist in places like Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Amarillo. If a fire does ignite, it could spread very rapidly and be difficult to control due to low relative humidity and strong winds. The fire danger will remain high across West Texas and eastern New Mexico into the weekend. Here’s what you need to know.

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