Minnesota Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/27/2026 09:01

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 27 at 11:01AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 27, 2026 - 9:01am
Expires: 
May 27, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description: 
Dry conditions are forecast this afternoon for portions areas of northeast Minnesota north of a line from Walker to Hibbing to Ely. 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; North Itasca; Central St. Louis; North Cass; South Itasca
Forcast Office: 
NWS Duluth MN
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov