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  Wildfire Series: Understanding Wildfire Behavior in Michigan (E2882)

  Published on September 22, 2016
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  Protect your Great Lakes Shoreline Home from Wildfires (E3203)

  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.

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  Wildfire-Resistant Landscape Plants for Michigan (E2948)

  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.

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  Climate Change and Wildfire in the Great Lakes Region (E3277)

  Published on January 19, 2016
  

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  Comprendiendo la Conducta de los Incendios Forestales en Michigan (E2882SP)

  Published on September 22, 2016
  This is the Spanish counterpart for the English bulletin 2882, Understanding Wildfire Behavior in Michigan.

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  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.

• Participating in your Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP)

  Published on August 7, 2013
  A CWPP helps protect communities from loss caused by wildfire. This article is part one of a two part series. The second article discusses the content of a CWPP.

• Michigan wildfire season may be delayed by March snowfall

  Published on March 16, 2013
  Snowfall in March delays exposure of dry grasses, which reduces the risk of early spring wildfires in Michigan.

• Knowing about fire behavior can protect your home from wildfire

  Published on May 12, 2013
  Every spring, homeowners should inspect their property to eliminate hazards that can burn their homes and damage their property from spreading wildfires.

• The first National Wildfire Community Preparedness Day is May 3

  Published on April 23, 2014
  As most Michigan wildfires occur in the spring, participate in this day of action to reduce your wildfire risk.

• 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.

• Fireworks and wildfire: a flame to the tinder

  Published on July 1, 2013
  Legal consumer fireworks are the reason for thousands of wildfires annually. A little caution and following a few simple safety steps can prevent fires.

• Be proactive to prevent wildland fire from affecting your farm

  Published on January 29, 2015
  The winter months are a good time to host local fire departments on your farm to plan ahead.

• Smoke inhalation is the most common cause of death in house fires

  Published on January 28, 2015
  When a fire occurs in a home, occupants can quickly be overcome by smoke and unable to reach nearby exits. Planning and practice can help you survive.

• 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.

• 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.

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  Potential loss from wildland fire is more of a widespread threat than just “forest fires”

  Published on August 6, 2014
  Any time there is an extended dry or drought period the threat of wildland fire exists as long as enough combustible materials have accumulated.

• Northern Michigan cottage owners can protect their property from wildfire damage

  Published on May 14, 2012
  Property owners should take time to survey their buildings and grounds to make them more wildfire resistant.

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  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.

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  Spring is wildfire season

  Published on April 14, 2015
  The 2015 wildfire season is keeping many fire departments busy managing local grass fires. According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, most are the result of human activities.