MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Wisconsin is currently experiencing increased wildfire risk.
Department of Natural Resources reports 63 wildfires burned 135 acres this past weekend. The agency continues to suspend burn permits in 24 counties as fire danger remains “high” or “very high” in many areas.
Along with burning permit restrictions, the DNR is staffing all available fire equipment across Wisconsin. An incident management team is on standby in case a large fire ignites, and the Wisconsin Army National Guard has two crews available to respond with Blackhawk helicopters with bucket capability.
Visit the DNR’s website for more information on daily burning restrictions.