Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued May 14 at 11:25AM CDT until May 15 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 14, 2026 - 9:25am
Expires:
May 14, 2026 - 9:30pm
Description:
The National Weather Service in Duluth has issued a Red Flag
Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect
from noon to 9 PM CDT Friday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer
in effect.
* AFFECTED AREA...In Wisconsin, Douglas, Bayfield, Ashland,
Iron, Burnett, Washburn and Sawyer.
* WINDS...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 17 percent.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. 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:
Douglas; Bayfield; Ashland; Iron; Burnett; Washburn; Sawyer
Forcast Office:
NWS Duluth MN