Costly consequences for causing wildfires
The Michigan DNR is emphasizing the need to follow burn ban protocols because those who accidentally start wildfires could end up footing a hefty bill to pay for damages.
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The Michigan DNR is emphasizing the need to follow burn ban protocols because those who accidentally start wildfires could end up footing a hefty bill to pay for damages.
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It has been about a month since Michigan has seen significant rainfall, and smoke rising from recent wildfires could have an impact on potential rainfall.
Michigan DNR is warning residents of the extreme weather conditions after a campfire started a 2,400-acre wildfire trial over the weekend.
A fire over the weekend in Grayling has caused concern across the state as dry temperatures and lack of rainfall make for the perfect conditions for wildfires. Officials, including Gov. Whitmer, are discouraging residents from lighting campfires.