Minnesota Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/18/2026 04:35

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 6:35AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 18, 2026 - 4:35am
Expires: 
July 18, 2026 - 10:00am
Description: 
Dry conditions and breezy winds will lead to near critical fire weather conditions today. North to northwest winds gusting up to 10 to 20 mph with are forecast this afternoon. 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