/128 AM MST Sun May 19 2024/

...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY EVENING FOR PORTIONS OF NORTHERN ARIZONA...

* AFFECTED AREA...Locations near Chinle, Dilkon, Eagar- Springerville, Holbrook, Kayenta, Kykotsmovi, Prescott, Prescott Valley, Saint Johns, Seligman, Shonto, Snowflake- Taylor, Tuba City, Valle and Winslow. This includes portions of the Coconino National Forest, Kaibab National Forest, Prescott National Forest and Tonto National Forest.

* WINDS...Southwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph.

* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...5 to 15 percent.

* IMPACTS...Any fires that start will have the potential to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first responders can contain them.

A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are possible. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings.

Avoid outdoor activities that can cause a spark near dry vegetation, such as yard work, target shooting, or campfires. Follow local fire restrictions. Check weather.gov/flagstaff for updates and livingwithfire.org for preparedness tips.

Please notify field crews of this Fire Weather Watch.