Minnesota Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/07/2026 23:28

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 1:28AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 7, 2026 - 11:28pm
Expires: 
May 8, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description: 
Dry conditions and breezy winds will lead to near critical fire weather conditions today. West to northwest winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts of 20 to 25 mph are forecast for this afternoon and early evening. Minimum relative humidity values of 15 to 25 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: 
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