Fort Worth, TX – Dry and windy conditions will lead to elevated fire danger across North and Central Texas on Monday and Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth.
Ahead of a cold front Monday, south winds will increase to 15–25 mph, with gusts up to 35 mph and humidity levels dropping to 20–30%. Behind the front Tuesday, north winds of 10–20 mph and continued dry air will keep wildfire risk elevated, especially across areas west of the I-35 corridor, including Graham, Cisco, and Killeen.
High temperatures are forecast to reach the upper 80s and low 90s Monday, before cooling into the 70s and low 80s Tuesday. The combination of warm, dry, and windy weather will make outdoor burning dangerous, and residents are strongly urged to avoid activities that could spark fires, such as parking on dry grass or using open flames outdoors.
According to the NWS, “Never toss lit cigarettes and always secure trailer chains to prevent sparks.” Fire weather conditions are expected to improve by midweek as winds weaken and humidity recovers slightly.
