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Lightning blamed for two Upper Peninsula wildfires in Michigan

Original: Michigan officials confirmed lightning strikes caused two of three wildfires currently burning in the Upper Peninsula. See link below ⬇️ 📸 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Michigan officials have confirmed that lightning strikes started two of the three wildfires currently burning in the state's Upper Peninsula. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources shared the finding as crews continue to respond to the fires. The confirmation clarifies the cause of the blazes as attention turns to containment efforts in the region.

Why now: Active wildfires threatening parts of Michigan's Upper Peninsula are drawing local concern and attention.

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• Michigan officials confirmed lightning strikes caused two of three wildfires currently burning in the Upper Peninsula. See link below ⬇️ 📸 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources · Facebook

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