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Minnesota DNR tips for having a fun and safe 4th of July

Jul 01, 2023 05:01AM ● By Editor

While people are preparing this weekend or on 4th of July, it’s important to stay safe and have fun. From WDIO - July 1, 2023.

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Cook County Connections: Fireworks Safety

Jun 30, 2023 08:53AM ● By Content Editor

There is an average of 75 hospital visits each year in MN due to fireworks injuries. Nearly 45 percent of fireworks injuries each year happen to children - Cook County, MN - June 30, 2023

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Lake and Cook County fire risk slightly decreases with recent rain; burning ban still in effect

Jun 29, 2023 10:22AM ● By Content Editor

Cook County (and most of the north shore) are under a very high fire danger risk on June 29, 2023, according to the MN DNR - Boreal Community Media - June 29, 2023

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SNF Spice Lake Wildfire Facts Sheet, June 23, 2023

Jun 23, 2023 07:58PM ● By Editor

Fire activity has been minimal, and the containment lines have all remained quiet. The fire has been 100% contained since the morning of June 21. From the US Forest Service - June 23, 2023.

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SNF Spice Lake Wildfire - BWCAW Quota Release Update - June 22

Jun 22, 2023 01:22PM ● By Editor

The Superior National Forest emergency closure for the Spice Lake Wildfire last week forced the withdrawal of unsold Overnight Paddle quota through July 7. From the US Forest Service - June 22, 2023.

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BWCAW ‘Spice Lake Wildfire’ Closure Area Decreased; fire now 100% contained

Jun 21, 2023 09:43AM ● By Content Editor

The Superior National Forest will decrease the emergency closure area as the Spice Lake fire is now 100% contained - US Forest Service - June 21, 2023

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BWCA outfitters prepare campers for burn restrictions

Jun 20, 2023 09:48AM ● By Content Editor

Campers visiting the Boundary Waters may have a different experience in the BWCA this year - Northern News Now - June 20, 2023

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Spice Lake Fire June 20 update: fire 90% contained

Jun 20, 2023 08:34AM ● By Content Editor

Fire activity is creeping and smoldering in mixed timber and brush. Fire crews continue to mop up remaining hot spots on the fire - US Forest Service - June 20, 2023

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Spice Lake Fire June 19 Update: Fire 80% contained, Gunflint Trail businesses remain open

Jun 19, 2023 07:49AM ● By Content Editor

Spice Lake Fire June 19 Update: Fire 80% contained, Gunflint Trail businesses remain open - US Forest Service - June 19, 2023

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SNF Spice Lake Wildfire Facts Sheet, June 17, 2023

Jun 17, 2023 09:13AM ● By Editor

Here is the latest update from the US Forest Service about the Spice Lake BWCAW fire that started on June 13, 2023 - Superior National Forest - June 17, 2023

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