Red Flag Fire Weather Warning for Southern Minnesota Today

A Red Flag Fire Warning is in effect across much of Minnesota today for critical fire weather conditions through 7 pm tonight. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Very dry conditions with relative humidity values as low as 15 percent in western Minnesota will combine with south winds of 15 to 25 mph and gusts up to 35 mph to create critical fire weather conditions this afternoon.

Winds will increase further later today with gusts of 35 to  45 mph expected. Critical fire weather conditions are  possible across the entire state of Minnesota today.

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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.

Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Wildfire Safety

• Avoid any outdoor burning.
• Properly discard cigarettes.
• Keep vehicles off dry grass.
• Avoid activities with open flames or sparks.
• Avoid power equipment that creates sparks.
• Obey burn bans.
• Evacuate if fire or smoke is headed your way.
• Evacuate if ordered to do so by local officials.

Breezy winds today alongside low humidity will lead to elevated fire weather conditions. Fires could spread quickly, be sure to check with local officials for burning restrictions!

Critical fire weather conditions should develop across much of Minnesota this afternoon ahead of an approaching low pressure system. Elevated fire conditions could persist through early next week, however the strongest winds and driest conditions are expected Thursday through Friday.

The weekend ahead is s looking good with sunshine and highs in the mid-seventies for both Saturday and Sunday.