Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued May 16 at 1:01PM CDT until May 16 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 11:01am
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
* AFFECTED AREA...In Minnesota, West Otter Tail, East Otter
Tail, Wadena and Grant.
* WINDS...Northwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 20 percent.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that ignite will 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:
West Otter Tail; East Otter Tail; Wadena; Grant
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Forks ND
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov