It appears the nice, dry weather we've had all week, combined with Saturday's forecast has led to a potentially dangerous situation into Mother's Day weekend.
Heading into Easter weekend, those living in St. Louis County will find burning restrictions in place, which now are more stringent in North St. Louis County.
75% of Minnesota wildfires occur in the months of March, April and May, but there are things we can do to prevent them. Here are helpful tips and resources.
If you're a woodland property owner getting close to dealing with spring clean up, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources encourages you to compost and not burn your yard waste.
If your plans over the next week or so involve cleaning up the yard at your house or cabin, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources wants to remind you that burning restrictions are in place today in Carlton, Itasca, Koochiching and south St. Louis counties.