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Sweltering Mother's Day Sparks Fire Warnings in Minnesota

5/12/2025

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Minnesota is sweltering this Mother's Day, with temperatures soaring to nearly 90°F, igniting red flag warnings for fire hazards in 77 counties. The combination of gusty winds and low humidity heightens the threat of wildfires, while an air quality alert looms. Relief is on the horizon, as cooler temperatures and rain are anticipated later this week, bringing highs down to the 60s.

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Minnesota is sweltering this Mother's Day, with temperatures soaring to nearly 90°F, igniting red flag warnings for fire hazards in 77 counties. The combination of gusty winds and low humidity heightens the threat of wildfires, while an air quality alert looms. Relief is on the horizon, as cooler temperatures and rain are anticipated later this week, bringing highs down to the 60s.