Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued May 3 at 3:28AM CDT until May 3 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 3, 2026 - 1:28am
Expires:
May 3, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
* AFFECTED AREA...In North Dakota, Towner, Cavalier, Benson,
Ramsey, Eddy, Nelson and Western Walsh.
* WINDS...West 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 19 percent.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become
difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Instruction:
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
Area Description:
Towner; Cavalier; Benson; Ramsey; Eddy; Nelson; Western Walsh County
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Forks ND
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov