MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — A warning about rising wildfire danger as spring cleanup begins.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says 50 wildfires burned more than 150 acres last week, despite heavy storms that left behind large amounts of debris. With dry, breezy weather in the forecast, officials urge residents to use brush collection sites or transfer stations and burn only if local rules allow it.
They remind the public to check burn permits, keep piles small, monitor the weather, and never leave a fire unattended.
Fire danger updates are available on the DNR website or by calling 1‑888‑WIS‑BURN.