Wyoming red flag warnings
There are no red flag warnings in Wyoming right now. The last one was issued on October 23, 2026.
Warm temperatures, very low humidity and strong winds will allow any fire to spread rapidly.
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Active red flag warnings in Wyoming
None right now. Other active alerts in Wyoming: none.
Red Flag Warnings in Wyoming by year
Wyoming averaged 68.3 red flag warnings per year from 2016 to 2025, and has had 118 so far in 2026. The most recent was issued on October 23, 2026.
Counties with the most red flag warnings
| County | 2016–2025 |
|---|---|
| Laramie County | 182 |
| Carbon County | 180 |
| Goshen County | 143 |
| Niobrara County | 140 |
| Campbell County | 127 |
| Natrona County | 125 |
| Weston County | 115 |
| Platte County | 105 |
| Sweetwater County | 87 |
| Uinta County | 84 |
What a red flag warning means
A red flag warning means critical fire weather conditions are occurring or will develop shortly. Fires that start, whether from a spark, a cigarette or equipment, can grow quickly and become difficult to control. Burn bans are often in effect during red flag warnings.
More about red flag warnings and the national map →
What to do
- Avoid outdoor burning and anything that can create sparks.
- Do not park on dry grass; hot exhaust systems can ignite it.
- Have an evacuation plan and a go-bag if you live near wildland areas.
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