Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued April 22 at 3:08AM CDT until April 22 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 22, 2026 - 1:08am
Expires:
April 22, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
The National Weather Service in Duluth has issued a Red Flag
Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect
from noon today to 8 PM CDT this evening. The Fire Weather Watch
is no longer in effect.
* AFFECTED AREA...In Minnesota, North Itasca, North Cass, South
Itasca, South Cass, Crow Wing, Northern Aitkin and South
Aitkin.
* WINDS...Southeast 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 20 percent.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that ignite could spread rapidly and
become difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not
recommended.
Instruction:
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
Area Description:
North Itasca; North Cass; South Itasca; South Cass; Crow Wing; Northern Aitkin; South Aitkin
Forcast Office:
NWS Duluth MN
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov