“Extreme Caution”.That’s what’s being advised by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources as it relates to potential fire danger.With dry weather persisting across the state, caution is encouraged with any outdoor activity that could spark wildfires in the northern Lower Peninsula and throughout the Upper Peninsula.
Current fire danger ratings are high to very high across much of Michigan's Upper Peninsula and northern Lower Peninsula.
Paul Rogers, DNR fire prevention specialist says quote, “We do not expect significant rainfall over the next 10 days, and that greatly increases the risk for wildfires.” He adds, “Low moisture levels in conifer needles and dry pine fuels mean fires can start easily and spread quickly under the right conditions.” End quote.
Some quick tips from the DNR regarding fire safety include:
Keeping a hose nearby when burning, keep campfires contained in a fire ring or pit and fully extinguish before leaving and never leave fires or hot coals unattended.
More information can be found at Michigan.gov/FireManagement
