Gusty winds raise fire danger in Upper Peninsula

The National Weather Service has issued a weather alert for the Upper Peninsula, warning of gusty winds and elevated fire danger until Sunday morning. The alert, issued Saturday afternoon, specifically targets nine counties and forecasts winds up to 25 mph. Dry conditions and a lack of recent rain contribute to the increased wildfire risk. Residents are advised to avoid outdoor burning and report any wildfires immediately. The alert was compiled using machine learning from the National Weather Service.