Panhandle Back on Fire Watch | Omaha News

Even with three inches of rain hitting Scottsbluff last week, the Panhandle is back under fire watch as dry conditions return. Fire Chief Scott Shively confirms a Red Flag Warning starting Monday, especially for areas near recent fires or the Colorado border. Rainfall didn’t last long, and even a small spark can ignite dangerous blazes. While the Platte River Basin got some relief, much of the Panhandle—especially Dawson County—is now at high risk. Officials urge extreme caution with any open flames: the weather shifts fast, and the land is primed to burn. Stay vigilant. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0a42ef16db514531