POLITICS
Democratic Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva of Arizona dies at 77
Grijalva, who was 77, had risen to chair the U.S. House Natural Resources Committee and was the top Democrat on the committee until earlier this year.
Active Weather Alerts for Harlingen, TX
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| Live Oak Co 03/14/2025 9:00 PM | Fire Weather Warning Details |
| ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM FRIDAY FOR CRITICALLY DRY FUELS AND CRITICALLY LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY VALUES FOR ALL OF SOUTH TEXAS EXCEPT THE VICTORIA CROSSROADS AND THE COASTAL BEND AND BARRIER ISLANDS... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING FOR CRITICALLY DRY FUELS AND CRITICALLY LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY VALUES FOR ALL OF SOUTH TEXAS EXCEPT THE BARRIER ISLANDS... The NWS in Corpus Christi has issued a Red Flag Warning for critically dry fuels and critically low relative humidity values, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM Friday. The Fire Weather Watch remains in effect for Saturday. * AFFECTED AREA...La Salle, McMullen, Live Oak, Bee, Webb, Duval, Jim Wells, Inland Kleberg, Inland Nueces and Inland San Patricio. * TIMING...Late Friday and Saturday mornings through the early evening hours * WINDS...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 5-15 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 99 Friday and up to 89 Saturday. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. Residents are urged to exercise care with respect to all outdoor activities that could inadvertently cause wildfires. Report wildfires quickly to the nearest fire department or law enforcement office. A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings. Be extra cautious with flame. Gusty winds and low humidity can result in rapid fire growth. Outdoor burning should be avoided. | |
| Bee Co 03/14/2025 9:00 PM | Fire Weather Warning Details |
| ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM FRIDAY FOR CRITICALLY DRY FUELS AND CRITICALLY LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY VALUES FOR ALL OF SOUTH TEXAS EXCEPT THE VICTORIA CROSSROADS AND THE COASTAL BEND AND BARRIER ISLANDS... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING FOR CRITICALLY DRY FUELS AND CRITICALLY LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY VALUES FOR ALL OF SOUTH TEXAS EXCEPT THE BARRIER ISLANDS... The NWS in Corpus Christi has issued a Red Flag Warning for critically dry fuels and critically low relative humidity values, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM Friday. The Fire Weather Watch remains in effect for Saturday. * AFFECTED AREA...La Salle, McMullen, Live Oak, Bee, Webb, Duval, Jim Wells, Inland Kleberg, Inland Nueces and Inland San Patricio. * TIMING...Late Friday and Saturday mornings through the early evening hours * WINDS...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 5-15 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 99 Friday and up to 89 Saturday. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. Residents are urged to exercise care with respect to all outdoor activities that could inadvertently cause wildfires. Report wildfires quickly to the nearest fire department or law enforcement office. A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings. Be extra cautious with flame. Gusty winds and low humidity can result in rapid fire growth. Outdoor burning should be avoided. | |
| Webb Co 03/14/2025 9:00 PM | Fire Weather Warning Details |
| ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM FRIDAY FOR CRITICALLY DRY FUELS AND CRITICALLY LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY VALUES FOR ALL OF SOUTH TEXAS EXCEPT THE VICTORIA CROSSROADS AND THE COASTAL BEND AND BARRIER ISLANDS... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING FOR CRITICALLY DRY FUELS AND CRITICALLY LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY VALUES FOR ALL OF SOUTH TEXAS EXCEPT THE BARRIER ISLANDS... The NWS in Corpus Christi has issued a Red Flag Warning for critically dry fuels and critically low relative humidity values, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM Friday. The Fire Weather Watch remains in effect for Saturday. * AFFECTED AREA...La Salle, McMullen, Live Oak, Bee, Webb, Duval, Jim Wells, Inland Kleberg, Inland Nueces and Inland San Patricio. * TIMING...Late Friday and Saturday mornings through the early evening hours * WINDS...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 5-15 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 99 Friday and up to 89 Saturday. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. Residents are urged to exercise care with respect to all outdoor activities that could inadvertently cause wildfires. Report wildfires quickly to the nearest fire department or law enforcement office. A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings. Be extra cautious with flame. Gusty winds and low humidity can result in rapid fire growth. Outdoor burning should be avoided. | |
| Duval Co 03/14/2025 9:00 PM | Fire Weather Warning Details |
| ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM FRIDAY FOR CRITICALLY DRY FUELS AND CRITICALLY LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY VALUES FOR ALL OF SOUTH TEXAS EXCEPT THE VICTORIA CROSSROADS AND THE COASTAL BEND AND BARRIER ISLANDS... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING FOR CRITICALLY DRY FUELS AND CRITICALLY LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY VALUES FOR ALL OF SOUTH TEXAS EXCEPT THE BARRIER ISLANDS... The NWS in Corpus Christi has issued a Red Flag Warning for critically dry fuels and critically low relative humidity values, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM Friday. The Fire Weather Watch remains in effect for Saturday. * AFFECTED AREA...La Salle, McMullen, Live Oak, Bee, Webb, Duval, Jim Wells, Inland Kleberg, Inland Nueces and Inland San Patricio. * TIMING...Late Friday and Saturday mornings through the early evening hours * WINDS...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 5-15 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 99 Friday and up to 89 Saturday. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. Residents are urged to exercise care with respect to all outdoor activities that could inadvertently cause wildfires. Report wildfires quickly to the nearest fire department or law enforcement office. A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings. Be extra cautious with flame. Gusty winds and low humidity can result in rapid fire growth. Outdoor burning should be avoided. | |
| Jim Wells Co 03/14/2025 9:00 PM | Fire Weather Warning Details |
| ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM FRIDAY FOR CRITICALLY DRY FUELS AND CRITICALLY LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY VALUES FOR ALL OF SOUTH TEXAS EXCEPT THE VICTORIA CROSSROADS AND THE COASTAL BEND AND BARRIER ISLANDS... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING FOR CRITICALLY DRY FUELS AND CRITICALLY LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY VALUES FOR ALL OF SOUTH TEXAS EXCEPT THE BARRIER ISLANDS... The NWS in Corpus Christi has issued a Red Flag Warning for critically dry fuels and critically low relative humidity values, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM Friday. The Fire Weather Watch remains in effect for Saturday. * AFFECTED AREA...La Salle, McMullen, Live Oak, Bee, Webb, Duval, Jim Wells, Inland Kleberg, Inland Nueces and Inland San Patricio. * TIMING...Late Friday and Saturday mornings through the early evening hours * WINDS...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 5-15 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 99 Friday and up to 89 Saturday. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. Residents are urged to exercise care with respect to all outdoor activities that could inadvertently cause wildfires. Report wildfires quickly to the nearest fire department or law enforcement office. A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings. Be extra cautious with flame. Gusty winds and low humidity can result in rapid fire growth. Outdoor burning should be avoided. | |
| Nueces Co 03/14/2025 9:00 PM | Fire Weather Warning Details |
| ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM FRIDAY FOR CRITICALLY DRY FUELS AND CRITICALLY LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY VALUES FOR ALL OF SOUTH TEXAS EXCEPT THE VICTORIA CROSSROADS AND THE COASTAL BEND AND BARRIER ISLANDS... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING FOR CRITICALLY DRY FUELS AND CRITICALLY LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY VALUES FOR ALL OF SOUTH TEXAS EXCEPT THE BARRIER ISLANDS... The NWS in Corpus Christi has issued a Red Flag Warning for critically dry fuels and critically low relative humidity values, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM Friday. The Fire Weather Watch remains in effect for Saturday. * AFFECTED AREA...La Salle, McMullen, Live Oak, Bee, Webb, Duval, Jim Wells, Inland Kleberg, Inland Nueces and Inland San Patricio. * TIMING...Late Friday and Saturday mornings through the early evening hours * WINDS...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 5-15 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 99 Friday and up to 89 Saturday. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. Residents are urged to exercise care with respect to all outdoor activities that could inadvertently cause wildfires. Report wildfires quickly to the nearest fire department or law enforcement office. A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings. Be extra cautious with flame. Gusty winds and low humidity can result in rapid fire growth. Outdoor burning should be avoided. | |
| San Patricio Co 03/14/2025 9:00 PM | Fire Weather Warning Details |
| ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM FRIDAY FOR CRITICALLY DRY FUELS AND CRITICALLY LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY VALUES FOR ALL OF SOUTH TEXAS EXCEPT THE VICTORIA CROSSROADS AND THE COASTAL BEND AND BARRIER ISLANDS... ...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING FOR CRITICALLY DRY FUELS AND CRITICALLY LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY VALUES FOR ALL OF SOUTH TEXAS EXCEPT THE BARRIER ISLANDS... The NWS in Corpus Christi has issued a Red Flag Warning for critically dry fuels and critically low relative humidity values, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM Friday. The Fire Weather Watch remains in effect for Saturday. * AFFECTED AREA...La Salle, McMullen, Live Oak, Bee, Webb, Duval, Jim Wells, Inland Kleberg, Inland Nueces and Inland San Patricio. * TIMING...Late Friday and Saturday mornings through the early evening hours * WINDS...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 5-15 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 99 Friday and up to 89 Saturday. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. Residents are urged to exercise care with respect to all outdoor activities that could inadvertently cause wildfires. Report wildfires quickly to the nearest fire department or law enforcement office. A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings. Be extra cautious with flame. Gusty winds and low humidity can result in rapid fire growth. Outdoor burning should be avoided. | |
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