WISCONSIN, USA — The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has issued a wildfire alert as multiple burns have been reported across the state.
"Please AVOID ALL BURNING at this time," the department tweeted on Easter Sunday around 3 p.m.
The DNR cites rising temperatures, decreasing relative humidity and "breezy" winds as cause for concern, helping to propagate the fires.
The department reported 22 isolated fires around 3 p.m. had impacted an area roughly 200 acres in combined size - with containment efforts underway.
Visit the Wisconsin DNR website for for more updates on present fire danger and activity.
