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Smoke Halts Summer Tourism in Northern Minnesota | Duluth News
Smoke from raging wildfires is shutting down summer tourism in Northern Minnesota, hitting businesses from resorts to outfitters hard as visitors stay away. Ely, the gateway to the Boundary Waters, is ground zero — with outdoor recreation generating nearly a billion dollars and supporting over 4,000 jobs across Cook, Lake, and St. Louis counties. Owners report daily losses of thousands, with some facing tens of thousands in canceled bookings and rentals. Yet hope remains: officials highlight unaffected areas like the North Shore, urging travelers not to cancel trips outright. Local business…
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