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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. -
Cottage owners can protect property from next spring’s potential wildfire damage now
Published on October 3, 2012
The MSU Extension Firewise program offers tips on how cottage owners can make their property more wildfire resistant as they work to winterize it. -
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. -
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. -
Fire and climate change
Published on September 24, 2020
What does a warming climate have to do with wildfires? -
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. -
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. -
Michigan Department of Natural Resources awards wildfire protection plan funding to five counties
Published on February 29, 2012
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources, in cooperation with the USDA Forest Service, has established grants to aid communities in developing wildfire protection plans. -
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. -
Ausable River Estates is Michigan’s first Firewise model community
Published on February 17, 2012
After the May 2010 Meridian Boundary fire just a few miles north of 300-acre subdivision, concerned residents of Ausable River Estates contacted MSU Extension to begin the process of becoming a Firewise model community. -
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. -
Incorporate fire safe planning into new home construction and remodeling
Published on November 21, 2014
Using Firewise safe materials in home construction projects can help home owners avoid a loss in the event of a wildfire in their immediate area. -
Wildfire-resistant landscape plants can protect your home
Published on March 6, 2023
Build landscape resilience to climate change and drought, heat, and wildfires with fire resistant plants. -
This is the time of the year to protect your camps and cottages from wildfire
Published on November 13, 2014
Is your cottage prepared for wildfires? -
Sample Wildfire Hazard Zoning helps communities protect against property and life loss
Published on May 15, 2013
Wildfires are common in Michigan, and individuals and local governments both play roles in addressing wildfire mitigation and protection to make communities safer. -
Dead and dying trees threaten Michigan homes and rural communities
Published on December 5, 2012
Tree mortality from increased bark beetle activity poses an ever-increasing risk of wildfire loss to homes and communities in rural areas. -
Cooler damp summer season can still lead to a threat to structures from wildland fire
Published on October 1, 2014
Moderate growing temperatures along with adequate rain help to encourage plant development and growth. This enhanced growth can add to fuel loads and pose an additional threat to structures should a fire get started. -
Climate change may be putting your home at risk
Published on May 14, 2012
Warming temperature patterns driven by climate change will grow wildfire risks dramatically.