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:
The National Weather Service in Grand Forks has issued a Red Flag
Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect
from 11 AM this morning to 9 PM CDT this evening.
* AFFECTED AREA...In North Dakota, Pembina, Eastern Walsh, Grand
Forks, Griggs, Steele, Traill, Barnes and Cass.
* WINDS...West 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 20 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:
Pembina; Eastern Walsh County; Grand Forks; Griggs; Steele; Traill; Barnes; Cass
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Forks ND
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov