Special Weather Statement
Source: U.S. National Weather Service
Start
5:19 PM
Saturday, May 10
End
5:45 PM
Sunday, May 11
...ELEVATED WILDFIRE POTENTIAL FOR ALL OF UPPER MICHIGAN DUE TO A COMBINATION OF GUSTY WINDS, DRY AND WARM CONDITIONS... Gusty south to southwest winds as high as 20 to 30 mph with isolated higher gusts to 35 mph in downslope locations near Lake Superior, combined with dry and warm conditions and a lack of recent rainfall will lead to elevated wildfire potential today across all of Upper Michigan. Critical fire weather conditions are possible across the interior west where RHs may fall between 10-20%. 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.
