Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued April 22 at 1:17AM CDT until April 22 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Aberdeen SD
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 21, 2026 - 11:17pm
Expires:
April 22, 2026 - 7:30am
Description:
The National Weather Service in Aberdeen has issued a Red Flag
Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect
from noon today to 8 PM CDT this evening. The Fire Weather Watch
is no longer in effect.
* AFFECTED AREA...In Minnesota, Traverse. In South Dakota,
Marshall, Roberts and Day.
* WINDS...South 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 25 percent.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become
difficult to control or suppress.
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:
Traverse; Marshall; Roberts; Day
Forcast Office:
NWS Aberdeen SD
Sender: