A fire danger of VERY HIGH or EXTREME means wildfires start easily, spread rapidly with increased intensity and are difficult to control.

Fire danger ratings describe the potential for a fire to start and spread and the intensity at which a fire will burn in the wildland. The ratings are based on weather, fuels and changes in the general landscape. They bring awareness of the current fire situation and encourage the public to adapt how and when to burn. Fire danger levels aid in determining the daily DNR burn restrictions.