Charlevoix County

Special Weather Statement issued May 29 at 5:25AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

The combination of drying fuels, low relative humidity values, and gusty winds will result in elevated fire danger conditions across northern lower Michigan today. West to northwest winds with sustained speeds between 7-12 mph will gust to 20-30 mph at times into this evening. Relative humidity values between 20-30 percent are expected across parts of northern Michigan from late morning into this evening. These conditions support the quick start and spread of wildfires, so be sure to take the proper precautions to prevent fires from starting. For more information on burning restrictions for Michigan, see www.dnr.state.mi.us/burnpermits/