Headline

Red Flag Warning issued May 11 at 10:11PM CDT until May 12 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

Description

...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS EXPECTED MONDAY...
...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS POSSIBLE TUESDAY...

Our stretch of hot temperatures will continue on Monday, with the
limiting factor for fire weather being weaker winds than those
observed on Sunday. While we may not reach the typical 30mph wind
gust threshold for Red Flag conditions, fuels are incredibly dry
and temperatures will once again surge into the upper 80s to low
90s allowing RH to drop into the teens across Minnesota. Wisconsin
will have weaker winds and cooler temperatures, but will still
reach elevated conditions if not near-critical by the afternoon.

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM CDT
Monday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.

* 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.

Instructions

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.

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