A Red Flag Fire Warning has again been issued for today. 

Winds will be gusting to 45 mph out of the southwest, relative humidity will be as low as 6 percent. Conditions today will be favorable for the rapid ignition, growth and spread of fires. 

The valley will see a high of 71.  Look for an overnight low of 35. 

Leadville, Fairplay and the mountains can expect a high of 55, a low of 23.

An Air Quality Health Advisory has been issued by the Colorado Department of Public Health due to smoke from the Decker Fire. 

If smoke becomes thick in your neighborhood you will want to remain indoors. This is especially true for those with heart disease, respiratory illnesses, the very young and elderly. 

If visibility is less than 5 miles, smoke has reached levels that are unhealthy. 

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Danny “Dan R” Ridenour has been in radio and television broadcasting for over 40 years, starting as a senior in high school in Rogers, Arkansas. His radio career has had stops in Nashville, Memphis, Oklahoma, and eventually, Colorado. Dan enjoys being involved in the community, having been a member of the Upper Arkansas Service Club and is currently on the board of directors for the Salida Community Center and is a member of the Chaffee County Fair Committee. He and his wife Carrie spend their days doing everything the mountains have to offer: hiking, camping, fishing and skiing. They've raised 3 children and have 2 grandchildren.

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