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UPDATE: Barnum fire now over 70 acres; Only 10% contained

Sep 07, 2023 08:43AM ● By Content Editor

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From WDIO News Staff - WDIO News - September 7, 2023

On Wednesday, September 6 the Minnesota Interagency Fire Center issued an update on the County Road 11 fire in Carlton County. The County Road 11 fire has grown to 70 acres and is 10% contained according to the Minnesota Incident Command Center (MNICS). Officials say the cause of the fire is still under investigation.

MNICS says initially, six residences were evacuated by the Carlton County Sheriff. The Sheriff’s office is working with affected residents to return homes, three remain evacuated.


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