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Governor Declares “State Of Disaster” In 2 Upper Peninsula Counties

May 25, 2012 7:45 PM
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LANSING (WWJ) – Governor Rick Snyder Friday night has formally declared a “state of disaster” in two Upper Peninsula counties in the wake of a fast-moving wildfire that has now consumed more than 20,000 acres.

Luce and Schoolcraft counties are in that disaster area — while an outdoor burning ban is also in effect for 49 Michigan counties.

Some popular tourist destinations, including Tahquamenon Falls, have been evacuated as a result of the wildfires.

Photo Gallery: Wildfires Wreak Havoc In Upper Peninsula

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  • http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2012/05/26/parts-of-tahquamenon-falls-park-closed-due-to-fire/ Campers Evacuated, Parts Of Tahquamenon Falls Park Closed Due To Fire « CBS Detroit

    [...] MORE: Gov. Declares ‘State Of Disaster’ In 2 Upper Peninsula Counties [...]

  • http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2012/05/26/tahquamenon-falls-in-u-p-closed-due-to-wildfire/ Tahquamenon Falls In U.P. Closed Due To Wildfire « CBS Detroit

    [...] CATCH UP ON THE STORY HERE. [...]

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