Minnesota Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/28/2026 10:35

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 28 at 12:35PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 28, 2026 - 10:35am
Expires: 
May 28, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description: 
Dry conditions with relative humidity values between 20 and 30 percent are forecast this afternoon and early evening for portions of northeast Minnesota north of a line from Big Falls to 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