Another three counties in the northwoods have requested that those from points south who own second homes or cabins here resist the temptation to retreat here to avoid coronavirus.

Dickinson-Iron District Health Department officials said Wednesday they’ve already seen an influx of people from elsewhere, often places with significant COVID-19 outbreaks.

“While we understand the desire to seek shelter in our communities with fewer COVID-19 cases, this potentially poses an unnecessary risk to all residents of the Dickinson-Iron District,” the agency warned in issuing a public health advisory.

The danger is by coming here, anyone who might be sick not only will strain the limited resources of the mostly rural areas of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and far northeastern Wisconsin but could carry the virus into a region with an older — and therefore more vulnerable — population.

Then there’s the situation with limited food and other products available in many of these less populated areas.

“During this public health crisis, many rural communities may not be equipped with personnel, supplies or resources for a surge in population,” the DIDHD stated.

Wisconsin’s Marinette County issued a similar advisory earlier in the week, following the lead of several neighboring counties, including Florence.

“If you determine for your own safety that it is necessary to relocate to your seasonal home, please do so with the utmost of caution,” county officials stated, adding a reminder to follow the “Safer at Home” statewide order from Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers.

For those who do come north, the counties provided these guidelines:

— All individuals traveling to seasonal homes or returning from areas with community spread should self-quarantine for at least 14 days, bringing enough groceries and other supplies with them to last for that time;

— After that quarantine, contact with others still should be kept to a minimum unless absolutely necessary, as both Wisconsin and Michigan have stay-at-home orders in place;

— If forced to venture out, adhere to social distancing protocols — at least 6 feet apart — and limit the number of people going for supplies or services to just one family member;

— Practice good hygiene, such as frequent hand-washing and disinfecting surfaces;

— If feeling sick, stay home;

— If experiencing symptoms that suggest COVID-19, contact your health care provider;

— Be aware campgrounds are closed and camping at a remote site is not a safe alternative — they do not offer sanitary conditions, particularly for those who become ill, and weather greatly varies at this time of year. Emergency personnel may not be able to access remote locations.