Michigan Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/16/2026 00:27

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 16 at 3:27AM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 16, 2026 - 12:27am
Expires: 
May 16, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
Gusty westerly winds as high as 25 mph, combined with dry and warm conditions will lead to elevated wildfire potential from late this morning into the early evening across the far eastern U.P. Winds will shift northwest this afternoon as secondary cold front pushes across the area. Avoid outdoor burning today. 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.
Area Description: 
Luce; Western Chippewa; Central Chippewa; Southeast Chippewa; Western Mackinac; Eastern Mackinac; Mackinac Island/Bois Blanc Island
Forcast Office: 
NWS Marquette MI
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov