'Critical' Fire Warning Issued in 7 States Monday

Ice, snow and freezing temperatures aren't the only winter weather conditions Americans have to worry about. Depending on where you live, this time of the year is also ripe for potentially serious fires.

On Monday, seven states are under a Red Flag Warning, courtesy of the National Weather Service. The most severe fire alert the NWS can issue, a Red Flag Warning means "critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly."

When is a Red Flag Warning issued?

According to Weather.gov...