Forest Fire
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Smokey Bear Birthday Party
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The Smokey Bear birthday party will be on Saturday, August 10th, from 11-2 p.m.
- News
Wisconsin Experiencing Increased Fire Danger April 14-16
Elevated fire danger resulted in 63 wildfires burning 135 acres this past weekend, and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is continuing to suspend burn permits in 24 counties where the DNR has burn restriction authority as fire danger remains "high" and "very high" in many areas of the state.
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DNR: 750-Acre Big Island Fire In Green Lake County Now 100% Contained
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the 750-acre Big Island Fire in the White River Marsh State Wildlife Area in Green Lake County is now 100% contained. The fire was extinguished around midnight.
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DNR Suppressing 720-Acre Wildfire In Green Lake County
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) fire crews and local agencies are on the scene of the roughly 720-acre Big Island Fire in the White River Marsh State Wildlife Area in Green Lake County. The fire broke out at 4:30 p.m. today and is currently 10-15% contained.
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Check Fire Conditions Before You Burn
Spring wildfire season is upon us and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is urging the public to check fire danger before conducting outdoor burning activities.
- Hearing/Meeting
Fire Department Advisory Council Spring Meeting
The Fire Department Advisory Council spring meeting includes discussions of funds allocated to fire departments through the Forest Fire Protection Grant, grant eligibility items, fire department training, DNR and forestry employee updates and more.
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DNR To Lift Special Order Requiring Burn Permits In 13 Counties Starting Nov. 9
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the special burning permit requirement for 13 Wisconsin counties will be lifted at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024. The rescinding of this Special Fire Order applies to the following 13 extensive DNR protection area counties outside incorporated cities and villages: All of Columbia, Crawford, Green Lake, Marquette, Portage, Richland, Sauk, Waupaca, Waushara counties and portions of Oconto, Dane, Grant and Iowa counties, respectively.
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Don't Spark A Wildfire: Exercise Caution While Towing Or Using Outdoor Equipment
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to check their trailers and all outdoor equipment prior to use due to elevated wildfire risk across the state. The DNR and partners at the National Weather Service are closely monitoring the situation.
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DNR Issues Special Fire Order Due To Ongoing Drought
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that due to prolonged drought conditions and potential for elevated fire danger throughout the fall, the agency is reinstating DNR burning permits by issuing a Special Fire Order in 13 Wisconsin counties.
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DNR Suppressing 6.5-Acre Wildfire At Roche-A-Cri State Park In Adams County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) fire crews and local agencies have contained the 6.5-acre Stairway Fire at Roche-A-Cri State Park in Adams County.