Fire danger is high

The National Weather Service has issued more than one Red Flag Warning for Carlton County in recent days. The warning means the area is experiencing critical weather conditions that are ideal for wildfire, including strong winds and minimum humidity values. Do not burn while the warning remains in effect, and check any burning done recently to ensure the fire is out. Any spark could become a wildfire under Red Flag conditions. The fire danger rating for Carlton and St. Louis counties is very high. Visit dnr.state.mn.us for more information.