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Minnesota wildfires: Over 74K acres burning near Ely as BWCAW partially reopens
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Jeff Wald , as published by FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information on the Minnesota wildfires and the status of the Superior National Forest is available from local sources, including FOX 9 KMSP.
Wildfires in Minnesota are currently burning near Ely, with over 74,000 acres affected. The Superior National Forest has started to welcome back visitors. Fire crews are still working to battle the wildfires and keep certain areas safe.
This includes campsites and recreation areas within the forest. Further information on the Minnesota wildfires and the status of the Superior National Forest is available from local sources, including FOX 9 KMSP.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 12, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Wildfires in Minnesota are currently burning near Ely, with over 74,000 acres affected. The Superior National Forest has started to welcome back visitors. Fire crews are still working to battle the…
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