Wildfires are being contained in Michigan's Upper Peninsula
Picking up: 3 developments in the last 24 hours, 3 in the last 7 days
Updated 7 hours ago
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How it started
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What happened
Fire crews, including those from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and partner agencies, are working to contain two wildfires in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The larger of the two fires, called the Ridge Fire, has grown to approximately 256 acres and is located about 10 miles northwest of Marquette. Officials noted that suppression efforts are challenging due to the rugged terrain.
From wlav.com
Why it matters
The ongoing fires and increased fire danger due to dry conditions present risks to local commerce and environmental health in the region. Residents near the fires have been advised to prepare for quick evacuation if conditions worsen.
From wlav.com
Who's involved
- Michigan Department of Natural ResourcesThe government agency managing fire suppression efforts in Michigan
- MichiganThe state where the wildfires are occurring
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- DNR manages fire suppression efforts and reports on fire activity near Marquette in Marquette County.Sub-event
DNR crews are actively working to contain wildfires in the state.1 source
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The entities involved
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Michigan
state of the United States of America
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Michigan Department of Natural Resources
government agency of Michigan
Related events
- The Michigan Department of Natural Resources manages state forests, and the Michigan Forestry Commission established state forest management.
- Wildfires are producing smoke that is affecting air quality across the state of Michigan.
- Fire spotted near Craig Lake in Baraga County, with DNR specialists and NASA data involved in tracking drought conditions.
- A city received land from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources in 1972.