Minnesota Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/14/2026 00:03

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 14 at 2:03AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 14, 2026 - 12:03am
Expires: 
May 14, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description: 
Dry conditions and breezy winds will lead to near critical fire weather conditions today. South winds of 15 to 20 mph with gusts of 25 to 35 mph are forecast for this morning and afternoon. Minimum relative humidity values of around 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: 
Lake Of The Woods; North Beltrami; South Beltrami; Hubbard; Wadena
Forcast Office: 
NWS Grand Forks ND
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov