Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 12:53PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 17, 2026 - 10:53am
Expires:
July 18, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
Dry conditions and breezy winds will lead to near critical fire
weather conditions tomorrow. Northwest winds of 10 to 20 mph with
are forecast for Saturday afternoon and evening. Minimum relative
humidity values of 30 to 40 percent are also expected. Together,
these conditions could lead to the rapid spread of fires,
espeically in areas where recent lightning activity may have
started fires. 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; North Itasca; Central St. Louis; Southern Lake/North Shore; Southern Cook/North Shore; North Cass; South Itasca; Northern Aitkin; Carlton/South St. Louis
Forcast Office:
NWS Duluth MN
Sender: