04/23/2026
The Wisconsin DNR, in conjunction with the National Weather Service, has issued a Red Flag Warning for today, Wednesday, April 22, 2026 from 2 to 8 p.m. for Burnett and Washburn counties in northwest Wisconsin.
A Red Flag Warning is issued when a variety of weather factors come together to create especially dangerous wildland fire conditions. Hot temperatures, very low humidity, gusty winds and exceptionally dry fuels from lack of precipitation in the region are anticipated and can result in catastrophic fires.
The counties surrounding Burnett and Washburn are still in near-critical fire danger, and the public should avoid all burning across the region until conditions improve.
The DNR will prohibit burning with all DNR-issued burn permits where the DNR has burn restriction authority in areas with elevated fire danger. The DNR is asking the public to be especially careful with any activities that could potentially lead to a wildland fire and check any fires from recent days to make sure they have been properly extinguished.
Severe conditions continue across much of the state, and the threat of a large wildfire remains extremely high in Wisconsin. Elevated fire conditions are expected to persist through tomorrow until rain falls. The DNR is at full staffing and preparedness across the state to respond to any incidents.
Check current fire danger, wildfire reports and burning restrictions at https://apps.dnr.wi.gov/wisburn/ #/
