Michigan Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/05/2026 06:42

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 5 at 9:42AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 5, 2026 - 6:42am
Expires: 
May 5, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
Gusty west to northwest winds and low relative humidity will lead to elevated fire danger again today. Sustained winds of 15 to 20 mph and frequent gusts around 30 mph will be seen over northern Michigan late this morning through this afternoon. Minimum relative humidity values of 20 to 30 percent are expected over northern lower Michigan. These conditions could lead to rapid spread of fires. Check burning restrictions and fire danger before burning. For more information on burning restrictions for Michigan, see www.dnr.state.mi.us//.
Area Description: 
Emmet; Cheboygan; Presque Isle; Leelanau; Antrim; Otsego; Montmorency; Alpena; Benzie; Grand Traverse; Kalkaska; Crawford; Oscoda; Alcona; Manistee; Wexford; Missaukee; Roscommon; Ogemaw; Iosco; Gladwin; Arenac; Beaver Island and surrounding islands; Charlevoix
Forcast Office: 
NWS Gaylord MI