Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 22 at 9:59AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 22, 2026 - 7:59am
Expires:
April 22, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
Dry conditions and breezy winds will lead to near-critical fire
weather conditions today. South-southeast winds of 10 to 20 mph
with gusts of 20 to 30 mph are forecast this afternoon and early
evening. 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; Northern Cook/Northern Lake; 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