Minnesota Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/28/2026 01:26

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 28 at 3:26AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 28, 2026 - 1:26am
Expires: 
May 28, 2026 - 9:00am
Description: 
Dry conditions with relative humidity values between 20 and 25 percent are forecast this afternoon and early evening for portions areas of northeast Minnesota north of a line from near International Falls to Bigfork to near Ely to Gunflint Lake. 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
Forcast Office: 
NWS Duluth MN
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov