⚠️ Special Weather Statement – North Itasca; Central St. Louis; North Cass; South Itasca; South Cass; Crow Wing; Northern Aitkin; South Aitkin; Carlton/South St. Louis; Pine; Douglas; Bayfield; Ashland; Iron; Burnett; Washburn; Sawyer; Price – Friday, July 3, 2026

Special Weather Statement issued July 3 at 5:58PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN

Details

Strong thunderstorms are expected to affect the Northland at least
through sunset this evening. The storms may produce very localized
wind gusts to 55 mph and small hail. Damage to trees and docks is
possible from these strong of winds. Locally heavy rainfall of 1
to 3 inches in isolated spots may create minor flooding this
evening.

Campers and boaters should take extra precautions in order to
secure campsites and make a plan in case of strong thunderstorms
moving into the area. In case of lightning, sit on your personal
floatation devices or sleeping pads to minimize your risk to
lightning. Monitor NOAA Weather Radio for updates and possible
warnings.

This alert was automatically posted by SkyGuard, MWSC’s severe weather alerting system. Source: National Weather Service.