Fires in Midland County Contained
October 23, 2024 4:00AM EDT
Midland County Central Dispatch reported a pair of wildland fires Tuesday.
One occurred in the area of south bound Northwest River Road between Blakely and Mier roads, and the second was reported around the same time at North Meridian Road near West Wackerly, which encompassed only a couple acres. The River Road fire was contained by the Michigan DNR, according to officials, though dispatch reported heave smoke will remain in the area through Wednesday.
People sensitive to smoke or with respiratory problems are encouraged to avoid the area if possible.