The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is warning people that there is an elevated fire danger this weekend in some areas of both the Upper and Lower Peninsula.
They are saying that people need to be careful when they are celebrating Memorial Day, whether they're building campfires, burning debris, grilling or using fireworks.
The DNR suggests that if people are having campfires, they should make sure to have a water source and shovel nearby to extinguish it. And it's important to make sure the fire is completely
Hot temperatures are hitting West Michigan this weekend, and rain is not expected.
“We want everyone to enjoy the weekend, but do take precautions,” said Paul Rogers, DNR fire prevention specialist. "The vast majority of wildfires in Michigan are caused by human activity."
If you are planning on burning anything in either peninsulas, you need to go online or call 866-922-2876 to see where burning is allowed.
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