October 9th, 2:49 PM
— 5:00 PM
Gusty southerly winds as high as 30mph, combined with dry and
warm conditions and minimal recent rainfall will lead to elevated
wildfire potential this weekend across most of the U.P.
Obey local burn restrictions. 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.
3:05 AM
— 11:15 AM
* WHAT...Highest gusts up to 30 kts from the south and highest
waves around 7 feet expected.
* WHERE...Straits of Mackinac within 5 nm of Mackinac Bridge
including Mackinac Island, St Ignace to False Detour Channel,
5NM East of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Light MI including
Bois Blanc Island, Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Pt MI
Including Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Sturgeon
Pt to Alabaster MI.
* WHEN...From 5 AM Saturday to 6 AM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Hiawatha National Forest
Residents of Brevoort Lake should take notice that the Hiawatha National Forest will start the draw down of Brevoort Lake starting in October. The purpose of the draw down is to minimize the development of ice dams during the spring melt. The lake will be drawn down gradually over the next few…
Hiawatha National Forest
Persons with a valid permit; Federal, State, or Local members of rescue or fire fighting force in the performance of official duties; Forest Service employees conducting surveys or monitoring and as approved by the Forest Supervisor.Protection of objects and areas that are of significant…
Hiawatha National Forest
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Hiawatha National Forest
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Hiawatha National Forest
It is illegal to commercial haul without a permit. It is illegal to violate posted speed, load, weight, height, length, width or other limitations specified by Michigan State Law. It is illegal to operate a vehicle carelessly, recklessly, or without regard for the rights or safety of other persons…
Hiawatha National Forest
This order outlines the restrictions and conditions of camping within the Hiawatha National Forest.
Hiawatha National Forest
This order outlines the restrictions and conditions of camping and recreating at Grand Island National Recreation Area.
Hiawatha National Forest
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Hiawatha National Forest
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Hiawatha National Forest
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Hiawatha National Forest
Entry is restricted to beach that is roped off, signed "closed to entry" in certain areas of the St. Ignace, Manistique, and Rapid River Ranger Districts.