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Two wildfires burn in the southern part of the Superior National Forest

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Crews are battling two growing wildfires that ignited over the weekend north of Brimson, Minnesota. The fires, which are burning in a mixed forest, were reported on Sunday and Monday. Ground and air support, along with suppression efforts, will continue in the Superior National Forest (SNF) until further notice. It comes after dry and windy conditions, with multiple counties throughout the state on high alert for fire danger.

USFS staff performs controlled burn

Prescribed burns begin in Superior National Forest

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The Superior National Forest (SNF) will conduct multiple prescribed burns across the forest over the next month. They play a key role in supporting a healthy ecosystem by reducing overgrown vegetation while helping to protect nearby communities from wildfires.

Wildfire plan proceeds for the Fernberg Corridor near the BWCAW

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The Kawishiwi Ranger District is developing a forest plan to reduce the risk of wildfires near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and surrounding communities. The goal is to support a diverse and healthy forest, reducing combustible fuel, and to assist wildland firefighters in managing forest fires more effectively.

Bogus Lake wildfire burning in Superior National Forest

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A third wildfire has started in the Superior National Forest. USFS crews discovered the Bogus Lake fire in northeastern Minnesota on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. The fire has burned approximately 45 acres and remains active. Firefighters from the Superior National Forest and MN DNR have responded with aircraft and personnel to assist with suppression efforts.

Wood Lake Fire suppression efforts

Wood Lake fire burning in BWCAW grows to 45 acres

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A fire detected September 10 is burning on an island of Wood Lake within the BWCAW, partially contained, according to the USDA Forest Service. The fire is suspected to be human-caused and is burning in an area that is difficult to access. Some portages, lakes and entry points are closed.

Fry Fire now 100% contained

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A 72-acre prescribed burn was in progress just south of the BWCA, and declared a wildfire when a spot fire started beyond the planned burn area.

Minnesota’s dry winter sparks concerns for spring wildfires

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Wildfire is a normal part of healthy ecosystems in the Superior National Forest. However, USFS personnel are warning that this spring could see a higher incidence of wildfires due to low snow cover and precipitation. As a result, they encourage those who live and recreate in the Quetico Superior region to be watchful.

Spice Lake Fire BWCAW Images courtesy USFS

Spice Lake Wildfire in Boundary Waters Canoe Area

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A wildfire is currently burning near the end of the Gunflint Trail in the BWCAW. The US Forest Service says the fire was detected between Spice Lake and Ogishkemuncie Lake in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.