For example, if a thunderstorm is expected after a very hot and dry period, a red flag warning might be issued because a lightning strike could start a wildfire. Red flag warnings should be taken ...

From a red flag to a particularly dangerous ... local forecast office issues a watch or a warning can include, among other factors, the likelihood of lightning (which can ignite a fire), high ...

"A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior," the ...

It’s the last thing that wildfire-ravaged southern California needs, but a red flag warning will span several days, through Wednesday, Jan. 15 at 6 p.m., with strong winds and continuing ...

Millions of people across Southern California are under a red flag warning as a dangerous windstorm ... as the previous one — all of that extra abundant growth of grass and vegetation followed ...