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State officials warn of an increased fire risk in Michigan this fall due to dry conditions and downed wood from a March ice storm.

State officials say fallen trees from a March ice storm — in addition to a string of dry days — are increasing Michigan's fire risk this fall.

A news release from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR), says the historic ice storm earlier this year that left thousands of residents cold without power, also left snapped trees and broken branches throughout northern Michigan, despite cleanup efforts.

“We had a dry fall last year and many fire runs,” said Jeff Vasher, resource protection manager for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. “We want to remind people to be careful and always keep fire safety in mind when the

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