(St. George, UT) -- A red flag warning is in effect for southern Utah today. The National Weather Service issued the warning due to warm temperatures, strong wind gusts, and dry conditions. It is the first red flag warning for Utah this year. Temperatures are expected in the low 70s with eight-percent humidity and wind gusts up to 55 miles-an-hour.

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