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10/15/2026

jesse4430
8 minutes ago
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GOGEBIC COUNTY / U.P.  Fire crews continue battling rugged terrain and difficult access on multiple fires in the Upper Peninsula, making steady progress on containment efforts.  The Black River Fire 4 miles south of Wakefield is now estimated at 382 acres and is 50% contained according to the latest report released last night.  Its cause remains under investigation.  The Ridge Fire near Marquette is Estimated at 434 acres and 30% contained.  The Craig Lake Fire in Baraga County is now Estimated at 604 acres and 50% contained.  The cause of that fire has been confirmed as a lightning strike from storms between October 5 and 8 that smoldered before high winds caused it to spread.  Despite recent rain Open burning in Gogebic County is NOT permitted at this time.  Burn restrictions are in effect for most of the U.P. with the exception of the far Eastern Counties. 

 
 
 

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