Cook County, MN
Alerts
Alerts are listed in order of start time and level of severity. Click on the alert title to read details for each alert.
In effect from Monday 04/20 11:00 AM CDT – Monday 04/20 8:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Duluth MN
The National Weather Service in Duluth has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 11 AM this morning to 8 PM CDT this evening.
Affected Area
In Minnesota, Northern Cook and Lake.
Winds
Southwest 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
Relative Humidity
As low as 20 percent.
Impacts
Any fires that ignite could spread rapidly and become difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
What to do
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.
Areas impacted
- Northern Cook/Northern Lake
In effect from Sunday 04/19 2:13 PM CDT – Monday 04/20 6:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Duluth MN
Dry conditions and breezy winds will lead to near critical fire weather conditions Monday. southwest winds of 15 to 20 mph with gusts of 25 to 30 mph are forecast for tomorrow afternoon and evening. Minimum relative humidity values of 22 to 25 percent are also expected. Together, these conditions could lead to the rapid spread of 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.
Areas impacted
- Northern Cook/Northern Lake
Briefing
From the forecaster
Red Flag Warning Today
Created by the NWS Duluth WFO
Red Flag Warning for northern MN today. Strong winds and low humidity mean fires can get out of control quickly.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| risk level |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|