Minnesota Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/26/2026 07:56

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 26 at 9:56AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 26, 2026 - 7:56am
Expires: 
April 26, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description: 
Dry conditions will lead to near-critical fire weather conditions today. Minimum relative humidity values of 19 to 30 percent are expected in Koochiching County, northern Itasca County, and the western portion of northern St. Louis County. 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
Forcast Office: 
NWS Duluth MN
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov