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Red Flag Warning issued March 14 at 3:35AM CDT until March 14 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX * Timing...from 9 AM this morning to 10 PM CDT this evening. * Wind...West at 40 to 55 mph with gusts up to 80 mph. Isolated gusts to 90 mph will be possible across the Caprock. * Humidity...As low as 8 percent. * Fuels...Critically dry. * Impacts...Any fires that develop will spread rapidly and will have the potential to grow into dangerous wind-driven wildfires that will be difficult or impossible to control. Avoid all outdoor burning and take extreme care to avoid any activity that may cause a spark. Do not drive your vehicle over grassy areas or dry vegetation. Report fires to local authorities immediately. A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

High Wind Warning issued March 14 at 3:23AM CDT until March 14 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX * WHAT...West winds 40 to 55 mph, with gusts up to 80 mph expected. Isolated wind gusts to 90 mph will be possible across portions of the Caprock Escarpment. * WHERE...The South Plains, Rolling Plains, and the far southern Texas Panhandle. * WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be extremely difficult, especially for high profile vehicles and for those traveling on north-south oriented roads. Significant reductions in visibility from blowing dust are expected, with near-zero mile visibility possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Widespread blowing dust is expected which may result in significant visibility reductions and poor air quality. People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind. Travelers should be prepared to alter plans on Friday due to the potential for extremely difficult travel conditions.