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Red Flag Warning
Issued: 12:31 PM May. 8, 2026 – National Weather Service
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CDT THIS EVENING... The National Weather Service in the Twin Cities has issued a Red Flag Warning. * AFFECTED AREA...Portions of central, east central, and west central Minnesota. * TIMING...From 1 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CDT this evening. * WINDS...Northwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Around 20 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the field of this Red Flag Warning. &&
Special Weather Statement
Issued: 7:22 AM May. 8, 2026 – National Weather Service
...ELEVATED FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS TODAY FOR PORTIONS OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA TODAY... Dry conditions and breezy winds will lead to elevated fire weather conditions this afternoon into early evening. West to northwest winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts of 20 to 25 mph are forecast this afternoon into early evening. These winds combined with relative humidity values of 18 to 25 percent is the source of the elevated fire weather risk. Check burning restrictions and fire danger at the link below before burning. Check burning restrictions and fire danger levels and consult with fire officials before burning. For more information on burning restrictions for Minnesota, see www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html.
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