Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued May 12 at 3:10AM CDT until May 12 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 12, 2025 - 1:10am
Expires:
May 12, 2025 - 9:15am
Description:
...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS EXPECTED TODAY...
The combination of hot temperatures in the 80s to lower 90s, very
low relative humidity values between 15 to 25 percent, and gusty
winds will work in tandem with dry fuels to create critical fire
weather conditions today. Fires can quickly spread out of control
in these conditions.
The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from noon today to 9 PM
CDT this evening.
* WIND...South to southwest winds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts up
to 30 mph.
* HUMIDITY...As low as 15 percent.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
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:
Dakota; Rice; Goodhue; Waseca; Steele; Freeborn; Rusk; Dunn
Forcast Office:
NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN