Have fun but be careful – fire danger is high

LANSING

If you’re heading to northern Michigan to look for morels, hit your favorite fishing spot or get in a little time on the trails, be aware that fire danger is high. The MesoWest Great Lakes Fire & Fuels map shows the daily fire danger rating as high or very high for much of the state, so be careful with campfires, off-road vehicles, trailer chains and any power equipment that gets hot during use.

“Nine out of 10 wildfires in Michigan are caused by people, and a little bit of caution can go a long way toward preventing escaped fires,” said Jeff Vasher, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources resource protection manager for the Lower Peninsula. “We want everybody to have fun, but we also want them to stay safe.”