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Minnesota wildfire briefing with Walz, officials [FULL]
Gov. Tim Walz and state public safety leaders provided an update Wednesday on Minnesota's wildfire conditions and ongoing response efforts.
Gov. Tim Walz and state public safety leaders provided an update Wednesday on Minnesota's wildfire conditions and ongoing response efforts.
Man suspected of arson in Spokane, Washington wildfires
Wildfires continue to burn in Washington state, causing major losses in the Spokane area. Now a man is under arrest, accused of starting one of them. Investigators say they've arrested a 37-year-old convicted felon. FOX's Chelsea Torres has more.
Wildfires continue to burn in Washington state, causing major losses in the Spokane area. Now a man is under arrest, accused of starting one of them. Investigators say they've arrested a 37-year-old convicted felon. FOX's Chelsea Torres has more.
Minnesota wildfires: BWCA fires at about 50% containment, 73K acres burned
Wildfire crews are making progress on several fires in and around Superior National Forest, but closures, evacuations and fire restrictions remain in place as officials urge caution for residents and visitors.
Wildfire crews are making progress on several fires in and around Superior National Forest, but closures, evacuations and fire restrictions remain in place as officials urge caution for residents and visitors.
WA wildfires: Arson arrest made, evacuations continue
Multiple wildfires are burning across eastern Washington, forcing more than 60,000 people to evacuate and destroying at least 700 structures. Authorities say one of the fires was intentionally set, and a 37-year-old man has been arrested. FOX 9’s Chenue Her reports.
Multiple wildfires are burning across eastern Washington, forcing more than 60,000 people to evacuate and destroying at least 700 structures. Authorities say one of the fires was intentionally set, and a 37-year-old man has been arrested. FOX 9’s Chenue Her reports.
Man arrested for arson in Spokane, WA Old Trails Fire
A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of first-degree arson for allegedly starting the Old Trails Fire, one of three wildfires in Spokane County burning thousands of acres.
A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of first-degree arson for allegedly starting the Old Trails Fire, one of three wildfires in Spokane County burning thousands of acres.
Wildfires in Spokane, Washington leave 700 buildings damaged
Firefighters are battling devastating wildfires in Spokane, Washington. State officials there say the fires have already destroyed more than 700 buildings, and threatening thousands more. FOX's Chelsea Torres has more.
Firefighters are battling devastating wildfires in Spokane, Washington. State officials there say the fires have already destroyed more than 700 buildings, and threatening thousands more. FOX's Chelsea Torres has more.
Spokane, WA wildfires forces 60,000 to evacuate; 0% containment
Three wildfires surrounding Spokane forced more than 60,000 people to evacuate as flames destroyed at least 600 structures across Spokane County, officials said.
Three wildfires surrounding Spokane forced more than 60,000 people to evacuate as flames destroyed at least 600 structures across Spokane County, officials said.
Boundary Waters entry points reopen August 4 after weeks of wildfire closures
More entry points in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness are set to reopen as wildfire recovery continues, but some spots will stay off-limits for now.
More entry points in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness are set to reopen as wildfire recovery continues, but some spots will stay off-limits for now.
Minnesota wildfires: July Lightning Incident grows to 64K acres, winds threaten to fuel flames
Fire activity is picking up in the Boundary Waters and Superior National Forest, with changing weather and new containment efforts underway.
Fire activity is picking up in the Boundary Waters and Superior National Forest, with changing weather and new containment efforts underway.
Wildfires continue to rage in Washington state
Wildfires continue to burn across Washington state, forcing at least 60,000 people to evacuate. Officials say the fires have destroyed at least 600 homes, businesses, and other structures as hot, dry conditions help fuel the flames. FOX 9’s Chenue Her reports.
Wildfires continue to burn across Washington state, forcing at least 60,000 people to evacuate. Officials say the fires have destroyed at least 600 homes, businesses, and other structures as hot, dry conditions help fuel the flames. FOX 9’s Chenue Her reports.
Wildfires near Spokane destroy homes, force evacuations
Evacuations remain in effect in Washington state as wildfires continue burning near Spokane. At least 600 homes and other buildings have been destroyed as firefighters work to contain the flames. FOX 9’s Hannah Flood has the latest.
Evacuations remain in effect in Washington state as wildfires continue burning near Spokane. At least 600 homes and other buildings have been destroyed as firefighters work to contain the flames. FOX 9’s Hannah Flood has the latest.
Wildfire burning in Spokane, WA prompts evacuation orders
Emergency responders in Spokane County issued emergency Level 3 evacuation orders on Aug. 1 as crews battled the fast-moving Old Trails Fire during elevated fire weather conditions.
Emergency responders in Spokane County issued emergency Level 3 evacuation orders on Aug. 1 as crews battled the fast-moving Old Trails Fire during elevated fire weather conditions.
Minnesota wildfires: Over 64,000 acres burning as crews continue to battle multiple fires
Fire crews are making progress on several wildfires sparked by lightning, but evacuations, closures and restrictions remain in place as officials work to keep people safe.
Fire crews are making progress on several wildfires sparked by lightning, but evacuations, closures and restrictions remain in place as officials work to keep people safe.
Minnesota wildfires: 64K+ acres burning in Minnesota as crews shift to uncontained sections
Fire crews are making progress on several wildfires sparked by lightning in early July, but evacuations, closures and fire restrictions remain in place across northeastern Minnesota.
Fire crews are making progress on several wildfires sparked by lightning in early July, but evacuations, closures and fire restrictions remain in place across northeastern Minnesota.
Newly reopened BWCAW entry points start allowing overnight trips as wildfire conditions improve
More than two weeks after closing all public access as wildfires grew, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is now welcoming back visitors with day-use and overnights in select areas where the wildfire conditions have improved.
More than two weeks after closing all public access as wildfires grew, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is now welcoming back visitors with day-use and overnights in select areas where the wildfire conditions have improved.
Minnesota wildfires: Rainfall, moderate humidity should keep fire activity at a minimum
Wildfire activity is reduced across northern Minnesota and Canada as weather makes firefighting more manageable. Restrictions are still in place for most counties within the vicinity of a fire.
Wildfire activity is reduced across northern Minnesota and Canada as weather makes firefighting more manageable. Restrictions are still in place for most counties within the vicinity of a fire.
Wildfires spread in Europe as MN crews make progress
Firefighters continue making progress against the wildfires in northern Minnesota, with plans to reopen parts of the Boundary Waters. Meanwhile, wildfires continue to spread across France and Spain, triggering Europe's largest evacuation efforts since World War II. FOX 9's Hannah Flood reports.
Firefighters continue making progress against the wildfires in northern Minnesota, with plans to reopen parts of the Boundary Waters. Meanwhile, wildfires continue to spread across France and Spain, triggering Europe's largest evacuation efforts since World War II. FOX 9's Hannah Flood reports.
Businesses feeling wildfire toll in Minnesota
From outfitters to resorts and local businesses in downtown Ely and surrounding areas, owners say they are feeling the economic toll of the wildfires in northern Minnesota.
From outfitters to resorts and local businesses in downtown Ely and surrounding areas, owners say they are feeling the economic toll of the wildfires in northern Minnesota.
Ely-area businesses navigating impact of Minnesota wildfires, BWCA closure
From outfitters to resorts and local businesses in downtown Ely and surrounding areas, owners say they are feeling the economic toll of the wildfires in northern Minnesota.
From outfitters to resorts and local businesses in downtown Ely and surrounding areas, owners say they are feeling the economic toll of the wildfires in northern Minnesota.
Parts of BWCA to reopen for overnight access later this week
After weeks of wildfire battles, parts of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area are reopening on Monday. Here are the latest updates on the wildfires.
After weeks of wildfire battles, parts of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area are reopening on Monday. Here are the latest updates on the wildfires.