Special Weather Statement

Locations Affected

Saint Ignace, MI ∙ Chippewa Intl Airport, MI ∙ Engadine, MI ∙ Les Cheneaux Islands, MI ∙ Trout Lake, MI ∙ Potagannissing Bay, MI ∙ Saint Martin Bay, MI ∙ South Manistique Lake, MI ∙ Marquette Island, MI ∙ Rexton, MI

Full Alert Message

Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Marquette MI 327 AM EDT Sat May 16 2026 ...ELEVATED WILDFIRE POTENTIAL FOR THE FAR EASTERN U.P. DUE TO A COMBINATION OF GUSTY WINDS, DRY AND WARM CONDITIONS... Gusty westerly winds as high as 25 mph, combined with dry and warm conditions will lead to elevated wildfire potential from late this morning into the early evening across the far eastern U.P. Winds will shift northwest this afternoon as secondary cold front pushes across the area. 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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