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MI HR0294
Resolution
Status
Passed
6/14/2012
Primary Sponsor
Matt Huuki
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AI Summary
- Duck Lake wildfire in Luce County, Michigan began May 24, 2012 from a lightning strike and covered 21,112 acres as of June 6, 2012
- Fire destroyed 49 cabins and homes (including a motel and store), 23 garages, 38 sheds, and 26 campers
- Duck Lake fire is the third largest forest fire in Michigan history
- Governor Snyder declared a state of disaster in Luce and Schoolcraft counties on May 25, 2012 and activated the National Guard
- House urges the President of the United States to declare a major disaster or emergency for affected areas in Michigan's Upper Peninsula
Legislative Description
A resolution to urge the President of the United States to declare a major disaster or emergency for areas in Michigan's Upper Peninsula impacted by the Duck Lake wildfire.
Last Action
Adopted
6/14/2012
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