Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued May 15 at 3:27AM CDT until May 15 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 15, 2026 - 1:27am
Expires:
May 15, 2026 - 9:30am
Description:
...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS EXPECTED IN FAR NORTH CENTRAL
WISCONSIN TODAY...
.Southwest winds gusting 25 to 30 mph, low relative humidity, and
warm temperatures will lead to critical fire weather conditions
this afternoon and early evening across portions of far north
central Wisconsin. Fires could spread quickly in these conditions.
* AFFECTED AREA...Vilas.
* TIMING...From noon today to 9 PM CDT this evening.
* WINDS...Southwest 12 to 16 mph with gusts to 25 to 30 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 23 percent.
* TEMPERATURES...In the lower 80s.
* IMPACTS...Fires will start easily and spread quickly in these
conditions. Outdoor burning should not be attempted. Visit the
Wisconsin DNR website at
apps.dnr.wi.gov/wisburn/#/BurnRestrictions and click on the
appropriate county to view current burning restrictions.
* ADDITIONAL INFORMATION...Critical fire weather conditions are
also possible across northern Wisconsin on Saturday as relative
humidity drops to 18-23 percent and west winds gust to around 25
mph.
Instruction:
A Red Flag Warning is issued when critical fire weather
conditions are imminent. A combination of strong winds, very low
relative humidity, warm temperatures and exceptionally dry fuels
will create dangerous wildland fire conditions. Persons are urged
to be careful with any activities that could potentially lead to a
wildland fire. Campfires, outdoor grills, smoking materials,
chain saws, and all-terrain vehicles all have the potential to
throw a spark and ignite a dangerous and destructive fire.
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the
field of this red flag warning.
Area Description:
Vilas
Forcast Office:
NWS Green Bay WI