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.

The DNR sent out a warning on Friday, May 30 that the fire risk in Northern Michigan is high this weekend. “There hasn’t been significant rain in parts of the Upper Peninsula for more than two ...

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 ...

In central Michigan, much of the area has burn permit restrictions in effect, while to the west, Muskegon, Newaygo and Oceana counties do not permit open burning, the DNR said.

The 2025 Mi-Morels map showing potential morel mushroom locations. Red dots represent wildfires; orange dots represent prescribed burns; and brown squares represent DNR customer service centers.

Morel mushrooms are sprouting in Michigan, and the Department of Natural Resources has released its morel map for 2025 showing at least a few places in southeast Michigan that may produce some of ...

MICHIGAN, USA — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is urging residents and visitors across the state of Michigan to exercise caution this weekend as the fire risk is expected to ...

The Department of Natural Resources is cleaning up trails in northern Michigan and recommending safe practices for debris burning following last month's ice storm.

Residents can call 866-922-2876 or visit the DNR's website to check if conditions are safe to burn and for information on getting a permit. Officials urge people not to burn plastics, insulation ...

You’re reminded to check with the DNR burn permit map online or call 866.922.BURN (2876), or contact your local fire department or government, to find out if permits are being issued.