Fire risk high Monday ahead of cooldown, precipitation in Casper area

Fire risk high Monday ahead of cooldown, precipitation in Casper area

CASPER, Wyo. –– Casper and central Wyoming will be under a red flag fire warning on Monday before cooler conditions move in. According to the National Weather Service in Riverton, Monday will see a high of 75 degrees, with wind gusts of up to 50 mph likely. Conditions will change overnight as rain and snow move into the area. Gusts of up to 40 mph are possible, with chances of rain mixed with snow possible by 1 a.m. Snow showers are expected int…