In Michigan, parts of north and west Michigan — including the entire Upper Peninsula — face greater fire risks, while the majority of the Lower Peninsula is seeing a reduced risk, as of May 7 ...

Much of Michigan's Lower Peninsula is at high fire risk as pf April 30, 2025. Here's a look at what to know. News Sports Autos Entertainment Advertise Obituaries eNewspaper Legals ...

Dry weather and strong winds create critical fire conditions in parts of Michigan. Red flag warnings have been issued for western Upper Peninsula, with elevated fire risks elsewhere.

According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, some parts of the state are experiencing abnormally dry to severe drought conditions.

UPDATE- As of 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 1 the burn ban was lifted. BLACKMAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WILX) ... READ MORE: NWS issues Red Flag Warning in Michigan on Monday.

Tomczak said the burn ban will be in place until we get some meaningful rain. A Michigan DNR spokesperson said as of Friday, Oct. 18, there were 16 active fires, mostly in northern-lower Michigan ...

There has been 21 straight days without any significant measurable precipitation in our area.For many the dry conditions are now becoming dangerous.A “burn ban” ...