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Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Duluth MN
348 PM CDT Fri Jul 4 2025

MNZ011-012-050000-
North St. Louis-Northern Cook and Lake-
Including the cities of Ely and Isabella
348 PM CDT Fri Jul 4 2025

...SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS WILL AFFECT THE BOUNDARY WATERS CANOE
AREA WILDERNESS THIS AFTERNOON AND EVENING...

Severe thunderstorms are expected to affect the Boundary Waters
Canoe Area Wilderness after 6 PM this evening with the severe
threat decreasing after 10 PM this evening. The storms may
produce damaging winds, large hail, frequent cloud-to-ground
lightning, and heavy rainfall. International Falls had a 78 mph
gust with one storm earlier. Heavy rainfall may lead to flash
flooding.

Now is the time to prepare in case thunderstorms threaten.
Campers should take extra precautions now in order to secure
campsites and make a plan in case of severe weather. For strong
winds, try to keep your tent away from large or decayed trees.
For large hail, use your well-tied down canoe or tent for
shelter. For lightning, sit on your personal floatation devices
or sleeping pads and avoid putting your tent on top of exposed
tree roots to minimize your risk. Monitor NOAA Weather Radio for
updates and possible warnings.

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Wolfe