A corneal flash burn can be caused by exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun, a welder's arc - even a halogen desk lamp. WebMD tells you how to protect your eyes from injury.

How a prescribed burn works in Michigan . Prescribed burns usually take place in the spring or fall. According to the DNR, trained fire staff uses specialized equipment to control the fire.

High or very high fire risks are in effect for northern and western Michigan, including the Upper Peninsula, as of May 7, 2025. The majority of the Lower Peninsula is under a low or medium fire risk.

SAND LAKE, Mich. — Firefighters are battling a blaze that has blackened about thousands of acres in northeastern Michigan and has forced about 100 area residents to flee their homes, state ...