Latest / Duluth News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Camp Fire Threatens Boundary Waters | Duluth News
The Camp Fire near Ely has exploded to over 2,100 acres, threatening the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and forcing evacuations of cabins and hunting shacks. Residents, stunned by the fire’s sudden, “poof”-like spread, scramble to protect belongings and prepare for displacement. For locals like Patty Velcheff, these areas aren’t just property—they’re sacred, memory-filled “heaven” spots. With wind shifts pushing the fire toward roads and homes, the situation remains volatile, leaving the community in a state of anxious anticipation, focused solely on safety as the flames keep evolving…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.