Michigan wildfire

The Department of Natural Resources is now estimating the size of the Ridge Fire in Negaunee Township at approximately 256 acres. A third house near the fire has been evacuated. Officials urge residents near the fire to be ready to evacuate, if needed.

With little rain, warm temps and gusts of wind, one spark can cause a massive wildfire.

Officials say the debris from last year's ice storm has put the region at risk.

A 124-acre wildfire in the Huron-Manistee National Forest is 80% contained and some near Mio were evacuated from the area.

Both the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the National Weather Service warn of heightened wildfire risks in the region due to dry and windy conditions.