Pueblo, CO – Fire danger will rise sharply Monday across southern Colorado as dry, windy weather moves through the region, according to the US National Weather Service in Pueblo. A Red Flag Warning has been issued from noon to 6 p.m. Monday, October 27, affecting areas along the I-25 corridor, including Pueblo, Walsenburg, and Trinidad.
The Weather Service warns that gusty winds up to 50 mph and falling humidity levels could quickly lead to the spread of any fires that ignite. “Please take extra caution to avoid activities that could start a wildfire,” officials said in Sunday’s advisory.
The warning covers much of southeastern Colorado, where the combination of strong winds, dry fuels, and warm temperatures will create critical fire weather conditions. Residents are urged to properly discard cigarettes, avoid open flames, and refrain from burning debris or using outdoor power equipment that could generate sparks.
Weather models indicate winds will increase late Monday morning, peaking in the afternoon before gradually easing overnight. Conditions are expected to improve by early Tuesday, but officials caution that even brief fires could spread rapidly during the warning period.
Residents should monitor updates from the National Weather Service Pueblo and local emergency management agencies for any changes.
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