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Posted on: April 27, 2022

[ARCHIVED] Prescribed Burn

2022 04-26 1Gourdneck SGA Prescribed Burn

The City of Portage has been notified that the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) intends to perform a prescribed fire – sometimes called a controlled burn – in the section of the Gourdneck State Game Area identified on the map below. These prescribed fires can only be conducted when the weather (wind, humidity, temperature, and cloud cover) meets certain specifications.  Based on the weather, the DNR expects to conduct this burn TODAY beginning in the late afternoon.
The goal of a prescribed fire is to control invasive species and underbrush, create critical habitat for wildlife and encourage new native growth in forested areas.  Trained fire staff will use specialized equipment to light and control the fire. 
If you have questions concerning the purpose of the prescribed fire or the precautions and procedures the MDNR uses during these burns, please contact the MDNR at (269) 673-2430.

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