Dry and unseasonably warm conditions, combined with south winds gusting to 35 mph will lead to near critical fire weather conditions across northern Wisconsin today. Please exercise caution with any activities that involve outdoor fires or create sparks, including campfires, grilling, and operating large equipment. Cigarettes should be disposed of and extinguished properly. Check burning restrictions and fire danger before burning. For more information on burning restrictions for Wisconsin, visit: apps.dnr.wi.gov/wisburn.

Dry conditions and breezy winds will lead to near critical fire weather conditions Saturday in northwest Wisconsin. South winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts of 25 to 35 mph are forecast Saturday. Minimum relative humidity values of 35 to 45 percent are also expected. Together, these conditions could lead to the rapid spread of fires. Check burning restrictions and fire danger before burning. For more information on burning restrictions for Wisconsin, see apps.dnr.wi.gov/wisburn.