DENISON, Texas (KTEN) – The recent warmth in Texoma has been mighty splendid! With the warmth, sunny skies have been prevalent for several days.

Although the sunshine has been wonderful, we have started to dry out in the region. As of February 23, it has been 12 days since any measurable rainfall has been recorded in Sherman/Denison, Texas. The last rainfall occurred on February 11 when 0.84” of rain accumulated at the KTEN studios.

Texoma's last rainfall accumulated on February 11
Texoma's last rainfall accumulated on February 11 KTEN

 

Due to this dry stretch, fire danger has begun to increase. Additionally, very dry air has settled into Texoma with relative humidity values potentially falling to 15-25% February 23 and 24.

Low relative humidity will spark fire concerns through February 27
Low relative humidity will spark fire concerns through February 27 KTEN

 

As of February 23, elevated fire danger remains a concern for a majority of Texoma. Elevated fire danger will continue through February 27 before our next rain chance arrives.

Elevated fire danger across Texoma
Elevated fire danger across Texoma KTEN

 

Make sure you are not burning anything this weekend as wildfires can spark and spread easily. Even something as simple as not throwing your cigarette butts out your window while driving and not parking on any grassy surfaces.

With record breaking warmth possible February 26 and 27, fire danger could spike for those dates.

Record breaking temperatures possible February 26 and 27
Record breaking temperatures possible February 26 and 27 KTEN

 

After the record warmth, a cold front will slice through Texoma, bringing the chance for severe weather in far eastern Oklahoma, along the cold front. As of February 23, a level 2 out of 5 risk is in place for Pittsburg, Latimer, Pushmataha, Choctaw, and McCurtain counties. Damaging winds, large hail, and flash flooding will be the main concerns.

Severe weather outlook for February 27
Severe weather outlook for February 27 KTEN

 

Be sure to tune in for the forecast each day as the forecast will continue to change through the weekend and early next week.