Special Weather Statement

Locations Affected

Freda, MI ∙ Copper City, MI ∙ Menominee, MI ∙ Escanaba Delta County Airport, MI ∙ Manistique, MI ∙ Saint Martin Bay, MI ∙ Ironwood, MI ∙ Atlantic Mine, MI ∙ Traverse Point, MI ∙ Granite Point, MI

Full Alert Message

Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Marquette MI 441 PM EDT Mon Apr 15 2024 ...ELEVATED WILDFIRE POTENTIAL FOR MOST OF THE UPPER PENINSULA DUE TO A COMBINATION OF GUSTY WINDS, DRY AND WARM CONDITIONS... Gusty east winds as high as 20 to 30 mph, combined with dry and warm conditions will lead to elevated wildfire potential Tuesday afternoon and evening across most of the Upper Peninsula. Locally higher wind gusts up to 35 mph are possible late in the day across far 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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