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Firefighter from Alaska Dies in Wildfire Response | Duluth News
A firefighter from Alaska has tragically lost their life while battling wildfires in the Superior National Forest, succumbing to a medical emergency—not directly from the flames. Emergency crews responded around 10:40 AM near Ely, but the firefighter didn’t survive. Their body will be escorted with honor from Ely to Superior this afternoon. Over 1,000 firefighters from across the nation have been deployed in the past month, risking everything to protect communities. Officials and fellow first responders extend their deepest condolences to the family and colleagues of this fallen hero. Listen…
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