Red Flag Warning

Locations Affected

Flint, MI ∙ Saginaw, MI ∙ Perry, MI ∙ Sanford, MI ∙ Fostoria, MI ∙ Bancroft, MI ∙ Freeland, MI ∙ Rushton, MI ∙ Gagetown, MI ∙ Byron, MI

Full Alert Message

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac MI 1037 AM EDT Tue Apr 16 2024 ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... The National Weather Service in Detroit/Pontiac has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect until 8 PM EDT this evening. * Winds...East 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. * Humidity...As low as 25 percent. * Temperatures...In the mid 60s. * Impacts...Burn restrictions are likely in effect. For more information on burn restrictions...visit the Michigan DNR website at www.michigan.gov/burnpermit or call 866-922-2876. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now....or will shortly. A combination of strong winds and low relative humidity can contribute to extreme fire behavior. Be careful with any activities that could potentially lead to a wildfire. Camping...outdoor grills...smoking materials...chain saws...and all terrain vehicles all have the potential to throw a spark and ignite a dangerous and destructive fire. &&

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