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BWCAW Evacuation Alert Amid Wildfires | Duluth News
The entire Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is under immediate evacuation as 16 wildfires rage across the Superior National Forest, fueled by extreme heat, dryness, and wind. With smoke choking remote areas and limited firefighting resources, officials are urging everyone inside to leave now—no exceptions. Outside the wilderness, campgrounds are available for those needing shelter. Nearby counties are issuing “Ready” and “Set” alerts to prep residents for possible evacuations. Major fires like the Thumb Fire (6,000+ acres) and Wolfpack are burning inside, while the Sioux Fire looms just…
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