Michigan Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/05/2026 11:57

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 5 at 2:57PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 5, 2026 - 11:57am
Expires: 
May 5, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
Gusty west to Northwest winds along with low relative humidity's will allow for elevated fire danger today. Sustained winds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph are expected through the rest of this afternoon and into the early evening. Minimum RH's along and north of the US 10 corridor should range between 20 to 30 percent as the day progresses. These conditions could lead to rapid spread of fires. Check for restrictions and fire danger before burning. For more information on burning restrictions for Michigan see www.dnr.state.mi.us//.
Area Description: 
Mason; Lake; Osceola; Clare
Forcast Office: 
NWS Grand Rapids MI