More for Minnesota: Highest overall weather risk cities · Minnesota live outlook

Current risk outlook

Wildfire risk for Milan, MN.

Live conditions updated just now. Refreshes every 5–40 minutes.

This view summarizes wildfire exposure based on fuels, seasonal dryness, and regional fire patterns. Dedicated wildfire baselines are rolling out.

Live risk outlook

HIGH

High

Next 6–24 hours: Dryness and wind signal: Elevated (70/100) · RH 32% · Wind 11 mph · Rain chance 0%.

2 active fire weather alerts · 414 active fire points within 50 mi.

Sources: NOAA, NWS, SPC, NHC, FEMA, USGS.

Historical risk score

Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.

23

/ 100

Wildfire risk score23/100

For typical homes located in Milan, MN.

Baseline context

Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.

Active fire & smoke

414

within 50 mi

Nearest

7 mi

Smoke plume

No smoke plume detected

Dryness and wind signal

Elevated (70/100)

RH 32% · Wind 11 mph · Rain 0%

NOAA HMS · fires May 13 · smoke May 13

Local historical hazard map

Milan, MN

Historical wildfire tiles

Click a tile to update scores. These layers show long-term historical baseline risk, not live warnings or short-term forecast risk.

Live fire weather signals

Elevated signal

Fire weather alerts near Milan

Red Flag Warning

Effective local time

Red Flag Warning issued May 13 at 2:22PM CDT until May 14 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the field of this Red Flag Warning. A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are possible during the valid watch time. These conditions could promote the rapid spread of wildfires which could become life-threatening. Check for forecast updates and a possible upgrade of this watch to a Red Flag Warning.

Fire Weather Watch

Effective local time

Fire Weather Watch issued May 13 at 2:22PM CDT until May 15 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the field of this Red Flag Warning. A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are possible during the valid watch time. These conditions could promote the rapid spread of wildfires which could become life-threatening. Check for forecast updates and a possible upgrade of this watch to a Red Flag Warning.

Live dryness and wind

Elevated (70/100)

RH 32% · Wind 11 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 0%

View full NWS forecast →

Source: National Weather Service.

Wildfire readiness checklist

  • Clear dry debris within 5 ft of structures.
  • Trim branches 6–10 ft from roofs and chimneys.
  • Move wood piles and propane tanks 30+ ft away.
  • Clean gutters and ember screens before peak season.

Prioritize defensible space, ember hardening, and evacuation routes.

5-day weather outlook

Today

HIGH

Rain chance: 80–100%

Max wind: 40–60 mph

Risk score: 90/100

Tomorrow

ELEVATED

Rain chance: 60–80%

Max wind: 30–45 mph

Risk score: 75/100

Thu

MODERATE

Rain chance: 30–60%

Max wind: 20–35 mph

Risk score: 50/100

Fri

MODERATE

Rain chance: 30–60%

Max wind: 20–35 mph

Risk score: 50/100

Sat

LOW

Rain chance: 10–30%

Max wind: 10–25 mph

Risk score: 25/100

Historical wildfire exposure

Local wildfire data facts

Wildfire tile key-960,451
Baseline tile score23/100
Active fire detections414 within 50 mi · nearest 7 mi
Smoke plume statusNo smoke plume detected

Baseline wildfire potential from USFS hazard potential tiles, plus live dryness, wind, fire, smoke, and NWS fire weather alerts.

Historical wildfire exposure near Milan

  • Wildfire risk tracks fuel availability, drought stress, and wind-driven spread.
  • Local topography can funnel flames and embers into specific corridors.
  • Seasonality matters: prolonged dry spells raise ignition and spread risk.

Wildfire risk FAQs for Milan

Can wildfire affect Milan?

Wildfire exposure depends on nearby fuels, dryness, and wind patterns. This view summarizes regional conditions and seasonal drivers.

What drives wildfire spread risk?

Dry fuels, wind, slope, and prolonged heat create the highest spread potential. Defensible space and ember resistance reduce damage risk.