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Climate Change and Wildfire in the Great Lakes Region
Published on January 19, 2016
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Comprendiendo la Conducta de los Incendios Forestales en Michigan
Published on September 22, 2016
This is the Spanish counterpart for the English bulletin 2882, Understanding Wildfire Behavior in Michigan. -
Protect your Great Lakes Shoreline Home from Wildfires
Published on November 6, 2015
By incorporating preventative practices, your lakeshore home will be better protected if a wildfire does occur. Remember to abide by Michigan’s CDA guidelines, created to help protect our state’s beautiful shoreline. -
Wildfire-Resistant Landscape Plants for Michigan
Published on November 10, 2015
Most Michigan residents are surprised to learn that Michigan experiences 8,000 to 10,000 wildland fires each year. It is estimated that forest fires, brush fires and grass fires destroy or damage 100 to 200 homes, barns and outbuildings annually. -
Firewise tips on protecting your home from wildfire
Published on April 3, 2012
In many areas of Northern Michigan, the recent warm weather and winds have caused the snow cover to evaporate quickly. -
Prepare for emergency situations by joining America’s PreparAthon!
Published on September 11, 2013
On September 5, 2013 during National Preparedness Month, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced a nationwide, community-based initiative to increase emergency preparedness. -
Firewise practices aid agricultural producers
Published on April 20, 2013
Rural locations in the vicinity of combustible fuel loads put farms at risk of loss from fires. Agricultural producers can reduce the chance of possible loss of structures and livestock by adopting Firewise practies. -
Understand wildfire hazards in Michigan
Published on June 5, 2012
The type of forest most susceptible to wild fire in is jack pine, where the majority of major Michigan fires have occurred over the past few decades. -
How much heat energy is in firewood?
Published on March 2, 2014
In the face of historically bitter winter weather, heating fuel prices are at record highs due to shortages in many traditionally plentiful fuel supplies. Wood for heat may be a practical alternative to fossil fuels for some homeowners. -
Increase home safety by ensuring access and identification to ownership
Published on January 23, 2013
In emergency situations, first responders need to easily identify location and access points to be able to provide service efficiently. Weather-related conditions particularly snow conditions can make identification difficult. -
Use caution when burning outdoors as spring wildfire season approaches
Published on April 17, 2014
Outdoor burning that escapes and becomes uncontrolled is the single largest cause of wildland fires as reported by the Michigan DNR; threatening homes and communities lying in their destructive paths. -
MSU Extension Firewise Communities efforts shift as grant funding ends
Published on December 29, 2014
Although Firewise Communities information will still continue to be available, outreach and programming efforts through MSU Extension are being reduced in Michigan. -
Protect homes from wildfire with defensible space
Published on April 18, 2011
You can protect your home from wildfires and still have an ascetically pleasing landscape design. -
National Fire Protection Association celebrates Fire Prevention Week October 7-13
Published on October 1, 2012
Established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, the theme of this year’s annual event is “Have 2 Ways Out,” stressing the importance of having a home fire escape plan. -
Burning on purpose
Published on July 8, 2013
Fire has a rather practical and useful place under certain circumstances. -
Learn what is safe and legal to burn outdoors
Published on April 10, 2012
Michigan residents are urged to exercise caution when burning outdoors and to make sure that when and what they are burning complies with state laws and local ordinances. -
Breathing wildfire smoke can have serious health consequences
Published on January 26, 2015
Young children and individuals with heart or lung conditions are especially vulnerable. Learn how to protect yourself and family members from wildfire smoke. -
Contents of a Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP)
Published on August 9, 2013
A CWPP helps protect communities from loss caused by wildfire. This article is part two of a two part series. In this article, we will address the contents that go into a CWPP. -
Help your community become a Firewise model community
Published on June 26, 2012
The Firewise Communities/USA program provides information that property owners and communities can utilize to minimize losses during a wildfire. -
Devastating wildfires sweep across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Published on June 5, 2012
Homeowners need to adopt Firewise practices to help protect their structures in the face of these wildfire events.