Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued May 4 at 10:03AM CDT until May 4 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 4, 2025 - 8:03am
Expires:
May 4, 2025 - 7:00pm
Description:
The National Weather Service in Grand Forks has issued a Red Flag
Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect
until 9 PM CDT this evening.
* AFFECTED AREA...In Minnesota, West Polk, Kittson, Roseau, West
Marshall, East Marshall, Pennington and Red Lake. In North
Dakota, Traill.
* WINDS...South 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 21 percent.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become
difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
West Polk; Kittson; Roseau; West Marshall; East Marshall; Pennington; Red Lake; Traill
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Forks ND