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Michigan Ice Storm Devastates 3 Million Acres of Forest

3/27/2026

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A severe ice storm in March 2025 devastated about 3 million acres of Michigan's forest.
Experts predict the impact will last for decades, disrupting logging contracts and reshaping forestry plans.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has sold salvage contracts for over 16,000 acres, with timber sold at reduced prices.
Replanting efforts are underway to diversify forests and boost resilience against future disturbances.

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A severe ice storm in March 2025 devastated about 3 million acres of Michigan's forest.
Experts predict the impact will last for decades, disrupting logging contracts and reshaping forestry plans.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has sold salvage contracts for over 16,000 acres, with timber sold at reduced prices.
Replanting efforts are underway to diversify forests and boost resilience against future disturbances.