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Leslie Washington Remembered in Minnesota | Duluth News
Minnesota honors the heroic sacrifice of Leslie R. Washington, a member of the K-River 2 tribal firefighting crew who died in a medical emergency while battling the Bear Trap Fire near Ely. Governor Tim Walz has ordered all state buildings to fly flags at half-staff beginning August 13th in tribute to his service. A native of Noorvik, Alaska, and an Inupiaq elder, Washington’s courage and dedication have deeply moved the state and nation. His loss underscores the peril faced by wildland firefighters, and his legacy lives on through the respect shown by his community and the enduring symbol of…
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