Wheaton, MN Warnings, Watches and Advisories

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Special Weather Statement issued May 10 at 3:53PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN

Scattered thunderstorms have been observed this afternoon across north-central Minnesota and are expected to continue this afternoon. These thunderstorms will be capable of producing gusty winds up to 40 mph and pea sized hail. If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

Frost Advisory issued May 10 at 12:43PM CDT until May 11 at 8:00AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN

* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 34 degrees may result in frost formation. * WHERE...Central St. Louis, North St. Louis, and Northern Cook and Lake Counties. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Bois Forte Band, Nett Lake and, Lake Vermilion areas. Recreation spots such as Voyageurs National Park. The entire Boundary Waters is also included. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 8 AM CDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.

Flood Warning issued May 10 at 10:33AM CDT until May 16 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Minnesota... Minnesota River at Montevideo affecting Lac qui Parle, Chippewa and Yellow Medicine Counties. .Rainfall from earlier this week has caused area rivers to rise. Reduced rain chances over the next several days should allow area rivers to level off and eventually lower. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Minnesota River at Montevideo. * WHEN...Until Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 14.0 feet, Low lying areas and some roads along the river begin flooding, along with some basements of houses along the river. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1000 AM CDT Friday, the stage was 15.3 feet. - Bankfull stage is 14.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 1000 AM CDT Friday was 15.3 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 15.3 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage late Wednesday evening. - Flood stage is 14.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 15.3 feet on 03/03/1996.

Flood Warning issued May 10 at 10:32AM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Minnesota... Minnesota River at Morton affecting Renville and Redwood Counties. .Rainfall from earlier this week has caused area rivers to rise. Reduced rain chances over the next several days should allow area rivers to level off and eventually lower. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Minnesota River at Morton. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 23.0 feet, Riverside Rd and Front Street flooded in North Redwood. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1000 AM CDT Friday, the stage was 21.2 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 1000 AM CDT Friday was 21.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 22.3 feet Sunday morning. - Flood stage is 21.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 22.2 feet on 05/02/2006.

Special Weather Statement issued May 10 at 6:48AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Relative humidity values will drop into the middle 20 percent to upper 20 percent range along with northwest winds gusting up to 45 mph. Areas in the Red River Valley are expected to see the lowest RH values and gustiest winds. Given the extremely dry fuels, near critical fire weather conditions are expected through late this afternoon. Any fire that does develop has the potential to quickly spread. For more information on burning restrictions for Minnesota, see www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html

Special Weather Statement issued May 10 at 6:43AM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

A cold front will push through this morning. Winds will shift northwest and increase to around 20 mph, with gusts of 30 to 35 mph this afternoon. In addition, drier air will move in and relative humidity values will drop into the 20s this afternoon, leading to a near-critical fire weather risk and the possibility of rapidly spreading fires. Check with your county or the DNR to see if there are any burn restrictions in place before starting fires. For more information on burning restrictions, consult www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html.