Critical fire weather conditions are anticipated for this afternoon. 

Winds will be gusting to 40 mph out of the southwest. 

Some snow showers will occur over the higher peaks this evening. No significant accumulations are expected.   

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Salida and Buena Vista can expect a high of 67. Look for an overnight low of 37.

The San Luis Valley will see a high of 53, a low of 27.

Leadville and Fairplay will warm up to 45 with a low of 21.