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Wildfires near Ontonagon, Michigan

Ontonagon is a county in Michigan, United States — northern mixed forest, oak savanna, wetland and cropland. The map shows wildfires and satellite hotspots detected in and around Ontonagon. Fires across Michigan peak in spring before the trees leaf out, and again in autumn after leaf fall, when cured grass and leaf litter dry quickly.

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Active fires0
Wind9 mph S · gusts 16 mph

Conditions shown are for Michigan.

Current fires in Ontonagon

No significant fires are currently detected in Ontonagon.

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Wildfire season in Ontonagon

Fires across Michigan, which Ontonagon belongs to, peak in spring before the trees leaf out, and again in autumn after leaf fall, when cured grass and leaf litter dry quickly. Over the period recorded here, the busiest month in Michigan has been October. Higher temperatures, low humidity and wind make fires start and spread faster — check the fire-danger level before lighting any fire or working outdoors.

What the Ontonagon fire map shows

This page lists only the fires detected inside Ontonagon itself, so it stays useful when the surrounding region is busy. Ontonagon is one of 77 counties in Michigan. It lies about 128 mi W of the centre of Michigan. Detections come from NASA satellites and are not verified on the ground — never use them for safety decisions, and always follow the emergency services (call 911).

Frequently asked questions

Are there wildfires in Ontonagon right now?
No significant fires are currently detected inside Ontonagon. This page updates continuously as new satellite detections arrive.
When is the wildfire season in Ontonagon?
Fires across Michigan, which Ontonagon belongs to, peak in spring before the trees leaf out, and again in autumn after leaf fall, when cured grass and leaf litter dry quickly.
Where in Michigan is Ontonagon?
Ontonagon lies about 128 mi W of the centre of Michigan.
What area does the Ontonagon map cover?
It covers Ontonagon inside Michigan. Fires shown are those detected within its own boundary; use the region page for the wider picture.
Is the Ontonagon fire map official?
No. It republishes public satellite and official data and is not an emergency-warning service. In an emergency call 911.

⚠️ The fires shown are automatic satellite heat detections from NASA FIRMS, augmented with official NIFC / WFIGS incidents where available. Satellite detections are not verified on the ground and are not 100% accurate — they can include false alarms (industrial heat, prescribed burns) or miss small or cloud-covered fires. Do not use this map for safety decisions; always follow official sources.