Red Flag Warning issued for large portions of Utah on eve of Fourth of July

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Red Flag Warning issued for large portions of Utah on eve of Fourth of July
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The National Weather Service has issued Red Flag Warnings for multiple areas across Utah as risks for wildfires were compounded due to strong winds and low humi

dity.

In the San Rafael Swell area, particularly regions below 6,500 feet, northwest winds could reach gusts of 35 miles per hour. Humidity levels are forecasted to plummet to between 6% and 10%, creating tinder-dry conditions. Parts of the Salt Lake Desert and Wasatch Mountains, especially the Raft River Range, are also under warning. These areas can expect northwest winds up to 30 mph and humidity levels hovering between 10% and 16%.

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