Special Weather Statement

Locations Affected

White Pine, MI ∙ Hancock, MI ∙ Traverse Point, MI ∙ Watersmeet, MI ∙ Calumet, MI ∙ Kingsford, MI ∙ Allouez, MI ∙ Felch, MI ∙ Freda, MI ∙ Wakefield, MI

Full Alert Message

Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Marquette MI 418 AM EDT Wed Jun 7 2023 ...ELEVATED WILDFIRE POTENTIAL TODAY FOR WESTERN UPPER MICHIGAN DUE TO A COMBINATION OF GUSTY WINDS AND VERY DRY CONDITIONS... Gusty northeast winds of 13 to 18 mph and very dry conditions will lead to elevated wildfire potential today across western Upper Michigan. Avoid outdoor burning today. Immediately report any wildfires to local emergency services by calling 911. Burn restrictions remain in effect. For complete details, visit www.dnr.state.mi.us/burnpermits, or by calling 866-922-2876.

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