MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Dry weather means heightened wildlife risk in much of Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced Tuesday that burn permits are suspended in 30 Wisconsin counties.
A long-range forecast shows no precipitation for much of the state. Add low humidity and variable winds to the equation, and the fire danger across Wisconsin increases. Thus far this year, over 600 wildfires have burned across the state.
The DNR asks residents to avoid all burning until conditions improve, and to be “extra careful” with off-road vehicles or equipment that can create a spark and start a fire.