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  1. The National Weather Service issued Red Flag Warnings for counties in Minnesota, advising residents to consult updates regarding fire risk.

Fires are affecting areas between Ely, Crane Lake, and Lac La Croix, prompting emergency response from state agencies.

6 reports, 4 independent Updated Aug 18
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Fires are affecting areas between Ely, Crane Lake, and Lac La Croix, prompting emergency response from state agencies.

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MinnesotaCrane LakeEly

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  1. USFS operations are extending from Minnesota to Missouri in response to ongoing regional fires.Sub-event
  2. Walz traveled to Ely to address the ongoing wildfire recovery situation in Minnesota.Sub-event
  3. Governor Walz may call a special session for economic recovery amid fires affecting Ely, Minnesota.Sub-event
  4. Suppression modules and leading teams were deployed to assist with fires in the area involving Minnesota, Pelham, and New Salem.Sub-event
  5. Wildfires in Ely are negatively affecting local tourism and businesses.Sub-event
  6. Wildfires are active in the region of Ely, Minnesota, involving unique fuel types and a specific individual, Craig Robertson.Sub-event
  7. The Ely area experienced precipitation during a fire event, prompting air quality alerts.Sub-event
  8. Wildfires near Ely forced the evacuation of a local base.Sub-event
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  1. Firefighters are pouring in, and Ely Memorial High School is serving as the crisis command center.1 source
  2. Fires are burning in Minnesota, prompting emergency response from DNR and state officials.1 source

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