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Superior National Forest June 18 Storm Response

Jun 19, 2024 10:34AM ● By Content Editor

SNF Staff in all five District Ranger stations are currently assessing the extent of the damage across the 3 million-acre forest, specifically at BWCAW entry points, campgrounds, roads, and trailheads - June 19, 2024

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Heavy rain and high wind bring flooding and other damages along North Shore, Iron Range

Jun 19, 2024 09:45AM ● By Content Editor

Heavy rain and high wind bring flooding and other damages along North Shore, Iron Range - Boreal Community Media - June 19, 2024

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Update: Multiple reports of flooding along Highway 61, other roads. No travel is advised. Flash flood warning for Cook and Lake Counties until 12:15 am on Wednesday

Jun 18, 2024 08:27PM ● By Content Editor

The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for Cook and Lake Counties until 12:15 am on Wednesday. 2-4 inches of rain have already fallen, and an additional 2-3 inches are expected in the warning area.

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Tornado watch issued for Cook County

Jun 18, 2024 01:47PM ● By Editor

The NWS in Duluth has issued a tornado watch in effect until 8 pm this evening - NWS in Duluth - June 18, 2024

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Cook County Connections: Summer Public Health Preparedness: Wildfire Smoke, Evacuation Preparedness and Tick-borne Disease

Jun 14, 2024 09:38AM ● By Content Editor

Even as we enjoy the long days, we can also prepare for some of the risks of the season. Among them are the potential need to evacuate due to forest fire, caring for one’s health during poor air quality days due to wildfire season, as well as tick-borne diseases - June 14, 2024

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Severe thunderstorm warning issued for West Central Cook County, East Central Lake County until 7:45 pm

Jun 12, 2024 07:09PM ● By Content Editor

As of 6:55 pm, the thunderstorm was located over south Boundary Waters, or 24 miles east of Ely, moving east at 50 mph - NWS Duluth - June 12, 2024

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Severe thunderstorms in BWCA today

Jun 12, 2024 07:13AM ● By Editor

These strong thunderstorms are expected between 4 PM and 10 PM today - National Weather Service in Duluth - June 12, 2024

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Ticks, gnats, and mosquitos, oh my! Top bug busting tips from local Cook County experts

Jun 10, 2024 08:14AM ● By Content Editor

The bugs may be bad, but there are ways you can manage them while still enjoying all your outdoor activities - Boreal Community Media - June 10, 2024

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5/19 Latest Wildfire Update: Fry Fire in the Tofte Ranger District

May 19, 2024 01:24PM ● By Content Editor

5/19 Latest Wildfire Update: Fry Fire in the Tofte Ranger District - May 19, 2024

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Superior National Forest: Wildfire declared in Tofte Ranger District within prescribed burn project area

May 15, 2024 04:17PM ● By Content Editor

Superior National Forest: Wildfire declared in Tofte Ranger District within prescribed burn project area - Boreal Community Media - May 15, 2024

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