Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 26 at 4:06AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 26, 2026 - 2:06am
Expires:
May 26, 2026 - 9:00am
Description:
Dry conditions are forecast this afternoon for portions areas of
northeast Minnesota north of a line from Walker to Longville to
Ely to Sea Gull Lake. Relative humidity values between 20 and 30
percent will lead to near-critical fire weather conditions today.
East winds of 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 15 mph are forecast.
Together, these conditions may cause fires to spread. 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
Forcast Office:
NWS Duluth MN
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov