Special Weather Statement Issued by NWS Marquette, MI
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WWUS83 KMQT 120952
SPSMQT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Marquette MI
552 AM EDT Tue Mar 12 2024
MIZ002-004-005-009>012-084-130030-
Ontonagon-Baraga-Marquette-Gogebic-Iron-Dickinson-Menominee-
Southern Houghton-
552 AM EDT Tue Mar 12 2024 /452 AM CDT Tue Mar 12 2024/
...ELEVATED WILDFIRE POTENTIAL FOR THE INTERIOR WEST HALF OF
UPPER MICHIGAN DUE TO A COMBINATION OF GUSTY WEST-NORTHWEST WINDS,
DRY AND WARM CONDITIONS...
Gusty west to northwest winds as high 15 to 20 mph this afternoon,
combined with dry and warm conditions and a lack of recent
rainfall will lead to elevated wildfire potential today across the
interior west half of Upper Michigan.
Avoid any 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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