Duluth, Minnesota – Heavy rain moving across Pine County, Minnesota, and into northwest Wisconsin is raising flood concerns through Thursday night, with localized totals topping 4 inches in some areas.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, rainfall totals of 1 to 3 inches are expected across Pine County, MN, and into southern Price County, WI, where the risk of flooding is highest—estimated at 15–40%. The heaviest bands will likely hit areas from Hinckley, MN, through Solon Springs, WI, by early Friday morning.
Localized downpours could impact roads like Highway 23 and U.S. 63, where ponding and flash flooding may occur during peak travel hours. In towns like Moose Lake, Danbury, and Hayward, residents are urged to avoid driving through flooded roadways and keep phones charged in case of emergency alerts.
The storm’s intensity will ease farther north, with Duluth and Grand Rapids expected to see under an inch of rain. However, runoff could still cause minor issues in low-lying areas.
Rain chances continue through Friday morning, with additional advisories possible if the system stalls or intensifies.
