Minnesota Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/13/2026 06:05

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 13 at 8:05AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 13, 2026 - 6:05am
Expires: 
May 13, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
Dry conditions will lead to near-critical fire weather conditions today. Minimum relative humidity values of 20 to 25 percent are expected with dry fuels. Northwest winds of 10 mph with gusts to 15 mph are forecast for this afternoon. 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 Itasca; North Cass; South Itasca; South Cass; Crow Wing; Northern Aitkin; South Aitkin
Forcast Office: 
NWS Duluth MN
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov