Wildfire in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula burns 5 to 6 acres near Iron Mountain

Wildfire in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula burns 5 to 6 acres near Iron Mountain

Close to three dozen firefighters were reported to be working on the blaze throughout Monday with help from helicopter crews, according to the DNR. Its cause was still under investigation.

Air quality alert for Upper Peninsula as Canadian wildfires reach 'absolutely critical' phase

An air quality advisory for the Upper Peninsula's 15 counties runs through Tuesday and will be reassessed, says Michigan's environmental regulator.