Active AlertsWood Lake, MN

Red Flag Warning

Issued at Thu 9:37 AM Apr. 16
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description


Critical Fire Weather Conditions Expected This Afternoon Into The Evening: .Temperatures increasing into the upper 70s will allow relative humidity to drop below 20 percent, coupled with winds increasing to 10-15mph with isolated gusts exceeding 25mph this afternoon out of the south. The window for wind gusts will diminish closer to sunset as temperatures begin to cool, allowing for the worst conditions to end after 01z.
Affected Area: Portions of central, southwest, and west central Minnesota.
Timing: Until 8 PM CDT this evening.
Winds: South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
Relative Humidity: Around 17 percent.
Impacts: Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Recommended Action

Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the field of this Red Flag Warning.

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