Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 10:38AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 16, 2026 - 8:38am
Expires:
April 16, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
Dry conditions and gusty winds will lead to near-critical fire
weather conditions today over northeast Minnesota except for Lake,
and Cook counties, and the eastern half of St. Louis County.
South winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts of 20 to 30 mph are
forecast. Minimum relative humidity values of 20 to 30 percent are
also expected. Together, these conditions could lead to the rapid
spread of fires. Check burning restrictions and fire danger
before burning.
For more information on burning restrictions for Minnesota, see
www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html.
Area Description:
Koochiching; North St. Louis; North Itasca; Central St. Louis; North Cass; South Itasca; South Cass; Crow Wing; Northern Aitkin; South Aitkin; Carlton/South St. Louis; Pine
Forcast Office:
NWS Duluth MN
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov