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Governor Walz Updates on Northern Minnesota Fires | Duluth News
Governor Walz hit the ground in Ely to rally first responders and evacuees as wildfires burn through northern Minnesota—now scorching over 64,000 acres with containment at 53%. With 1,000+ emergency crews battling smoldering hot spots buried up to 30 inches deep in dry duff, Walz declared a peacetime emergency and called in the National Guard, hinting at possible extension if lawmakers reconvene for a fire-focused special session. The Little Knife Fire, sparked in Canada, remains a stubborn threat, while evacuation orders shift from “go” to “ready” as crews work to protect structures and keep…
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