With Wisconsin wildfire season underway, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites to be fire smart this spring and get their free DNR annual burning permit.
While spring is always much-welcomed after Wisconsin’s long winters, seasonal warm and dry conditions can result in increased wildfire activity.
After the snow melts and before plants, trees, and grass turn green, fires can spread quickly.
Debris burning is the leading cause of Wisconsin’s wildfires.
The 2021 fire season follows a winter with below-normal snow depths. The DNR’s fire control officials are focusing on the potential for statewide fire activity as the snow is rapidly melting at the same time.
Wildfires can happen just about any time of the year, but historically, 60% of all annual wildfires in Wisconsin occur in March, April, and May alone.
