Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 4:08PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
Dry conditions will lead to near critical fire weather conditions today. Minimum relative humidity values of 20 to 25 percent are expected. In addition a cold front is moving through the area this morning with south winds shifting to the north at 10 to 25 mph. For more information on burning restrictions for Minnesota, see www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html.
Fire Weather Watch issued May 9 at 2:19PM CDT until May 11 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
* AFFECTED AREA...In Minnesota, Norman, Clay, South Beltrami, Mahnomen, South Clearwater, Hubbard, West Becker, East Becker, Wilkin, West Otter Tail, East Otter Tail, Wadena and Grant. In North Dakota, Griggs, Steele, Traill, Barnes, Cass, Ransom, Sargent and Richland. * WINDS...South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 19 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Southerly winds will continue to increase over the weekend, with extremely warm temperatures arriving by Sunday. The hot temperatures, low relative humidity values
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 4:16PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
At 415 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 3 miles south of Cimmaron, or 17 miles southeast of Montrose, moving south at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northeastern Ouray and east central Montrose Counties. This includes U.S. Highway 50 in Colorado between mile markers 115 and 116.
Hydrologic Outlook issued May 8 at 1:46PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
ESFGJT Risk of areal flooding and elevated stream flows from rapid snowmelt ...EXISTING CONDITIONS... Recent storms have brought several inches of new snow to mid to high elevations (8500' to 10,000') over the San Juans mountains, nosing along the Divide across Central Colorado. With forecast temperatures running 5 to 15 degrees above normal and the potential for showers and storms along the Divide each afternoon through the weekend, this region of western Colorado is vulnerable to enhanced runoff and elevated stream flows from rapid snowmelt. ...PRECIPITATION... Isolated to scattered showers and storms developing each afternoon favor high terrain across the
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 3:31AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
Dry conditions will lead to near critical fire weather conditions today. Minimum relative humidity values of 20 to 25 percent are expected. In addition a cold front is moving through the area this morning with south winds shifting to the north at 10 to 25 mph. For more information on burning restrictions for Minnesota, see www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html.
Fire Weather Watch issued May 9 at 3:28AM CDT until May 11 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
* AFFECTED AREA...In Minnesota, Kittson, Roseau, Lake Of The Woods, East Marshall and North Beltrami. * WINDS...South 10 to 20 mph Saturday and South 15 to 30 mph and gusts up to 40 mph on Sunday. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 23 percent on Saturday and 18 percent on Sunday. * IMPACTS...Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Focus for worst fire weather conditions is on Sunday as this is the day with the lowest RH, strongest winds and highest temperatures.
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 3:23PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
..NEAR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS TODAY FOR PORTIONS OF NORTHWEST AND WEST CENTRAL MINNESOTA... Dry conditions will lead to near critical fire weather conditions today. Minimum relative humidity values of 15 to 25 percent are expected. Check burning restrictions and fire danger before burning. For more information on burning restrictions for Minnesota, see www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html.
Fire Weather Watch issued May 8 at 2:53PM CDT until May 11 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
The National Weather Service in Grand Forks has issued a Fire Weather Watch for low relative humidity and wind, which is mainly for the afternoon and evening hours from Friday through Sunday. * AFFECTED AREA...In Minnesota, Kittson, Roseau, Lake Of The Woods, East Marshall and North Beltrami. * WINDS...South 10 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 20 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A cold front coming through on Friday will bring winds shifting to the northwest
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 12:42PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
Dry conditions will lead to near critical fire weather conditions today. Minimum relative humidity values of 20 to 25 percent are expected. Check burning restrictions and fire danger before burning. For more information on burning restrictions for Minnesota, see www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html.
Frost Advisory issued May 8 at 3:24PM EDT until May 9 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
* WHAT...Temperatures as the lower to mid 30s. * WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Michigan. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Cold temperatures could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.