Monday, April 22, 2013 | 8:15 a.m.
The National Weather Service issued a fire warning today for the Lake Mead National Recreation Area because of high winds and low humidity.
The warning was issued at 5 a.m. today and is expected to remain in effect until 5 p.m. Tuesday, officials said.
Winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts of up to 40 to 50 mph are expected but should subside as a cold front moves into the valley early Tuesday, officials said.
Humidity, which was at 15 percent, will continue to fall to the single digits, according to the weather service.
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
601 Nevada Way Boulder City,
NV 89005
702-293-8990 
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