Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 15 at 9:53PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 15, 2026 - 7:53pm
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 2:00am
Description:
Dry conditions and gusty winds will lead to near-critical fire
weather conditions Saturday. West winds of 5 to 15 mph with gusts
of 20 to 25 mph are forecast Saturday and will turn northwest
behind a cold front late Saturday morning through early afternoon.
Minimum relative humidity values of 20 to 30 percent are also
expected. Together, these conditions could lead to the rapid
spread of fires. Check burning restrictions and fire danger before
burning.
For more information on burning restrictions for Wisconsin, see
apps.dnr.wi.gov/wisburn.
Area Description:
Douglas; Bayfield; Ashland; Iron; Burnett; Washburn; Sawyer; Price
Forcast Office:
NWS Duluth MN