Rainstorms expected Sunday and Monday may not arrive soon enough for parts of the state currently under elevated fire danger warnings. Much of northern Wisconsin, including Door and Kewaunee counties, is at a high fire danger level or above. Nearby Oconto and Marinette counties are at a very high fire danger level, while 12 northwestern Wisconsin counties are at an extreme fire danger level.

As a result, the National Weather Service issued a special weather statement for Door County through 7 p.m. Friday because of dry conditions and windy weather. With temperatures expected to reach the mid-70s Saturday, along with low relative humidity and gusty winds, the special weather statement could be reissued this weekend ahead of the rain expected early next week.

Residents are urged to use caution with any activities that could potentially spark a fire, such as outdoor cooking, using burn barrels and hosting campfires. No fire departments have issued burn bans this spring, but residents should contact their local department to obtain a burn permit.