Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued May 11 at 7:52PM CDT until May 12 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 11, 2026 - 5:52pm
Expires:
May 12, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
* AFFECTED AREA...In North Dakota, Towner, Benson, Ramsey, Eddy,
Nelson, Griggs, Barnes, Cass, Ransom, Sargent and Richland.
* WINDS...South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph through
early evening. Winds shift to the west then northwest behind a
front this evening. Strong northwest winds are then expected
Tuesday, with gusts to 55 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 20 percent this afternoon and
below 30 percent Tuesday.
* 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; Benson; Ramsey; Eddy; Nelson; Griggs; Barnes; Cass; Ransom; Sargent; Richland
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Forks ND
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov