Minnesota wildfires: Stewart Trail Fire containment grows to 62% as Gov. Walz plans visit
As firefighters continue making progress on the Stewart Trail wildfire near Two Harbors, Gov. Tim Walz is scheduled to meet with first responders and survey the fire damage Monday afternoon.
As firefighters continue making progress on the Stewart Trail wildfire near Two Harbors, Gov. Tim Walz is scheduled to meet with first responders and survey the fire damage Monday afternoon.
Flanders wildfire: Crow Wing County declares emergency due to fire
Fire crews continue working the Flanders wildfire on Monday, focusing on hot spots and reinforcing containment lines, according to the Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office.
Fire crews continue working the Flanders wildfire on Monday, focusing on hot spots and reinforcing containment lines, according to the Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office.
MN wildfires: Crews working to contain active fires
Fire crews are working to contain at least two active wildfires in Minnesota, the Flanders Fire in Crow Wing County and the Stewart Trail Fire in Two Harbors. FOX 9’s meteorologist Cody Matz has the latest.
Fire crews are working to contain at least two active wildfires in Minnesota, the Flanders Fire in Crow Wing County and the Stewart Trail Fire in Two Harbors. FOX 9’s meteorologist Cody Matz has the latest.
Crews battling Flanders, Stewart Trail wildfires in northern Minnesota
Thousands of acres have burned and firefighters are working to contain wildfires in northern Minnesota this weekend. The Flanders wildfire is impacting Crow Wing County, while the Stewart Trail wildfire is burning near Two Harbors. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more.
Thousands of acres have burned and firefighters are working to contain wildfires in northern Minnesota this weekend. The Flanders wildfire is impacting Crow Wing County, while the Stewart Trail wildfire is burning near Two Harbors. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more.
Flanders Fire grows to nearly 1,700 acres with 20% containment
The Flanders Fire near Breezy Point in Crow Wing County has grown to about 1,200 acres as crews work to contain the flames.
The Flanders Fire near Breezy Point in Crow Wing County has grown to about 1,200 acres as crews work to contain the flames.
Stewart Trail Fire: 34 structures lost, fire 30% contained
The Stewart Trail Fire has destroyed 34 structures, including eight primary buildings and 26 outbuildings, as firefighters work to contain the flames.
The Stewart Trail Fire has destroyed 34 structures, including eight primary buildings and 26 outbuildings, as firefighters work to contain the flames.
Minnesota wildfires: Governor mobilizes National Guard to respond
The Minnesota National Guard has been mobilized to assist in fighting wildfires across the state.
The Minnesota National Guard has been mobilized to assist in fighting wildfires across the state.
MN wildfires: Flanders fire burns over 1.1k acres
A wildfire burning in Crow Wing County has quickly expanded to over 1,100 acres on Saturday. This comes as fire crews have contained about 30% of a wildfire north of Two Harbors. FOX 9 Leon Purvis reports.
A wildfire burning in Crow Wing County has quickly expanded to over 1,100 acres on Saturday. This comes as fire crews have contained about 30% of a wildfire north of Two Harbors. FOX 9 Leon Purvis reports.
Flanders wildfire in Crow Wing County grows to over 1,100 acres, evacuations underway
Fire crews will continue monitoring the fast-moving Flanders wildfire overnight. Officials say the fire has grown to over 1,100 acres and is still 0% contained. Residents in affected areas are being urged to stay alert for possible evacuation notices.
Fire crews will continue monitoring the fast-moving Flanders wildfire overnight. Officials say the fire has grown to over 1,100 acres and is still 0% contained. Residents in affected areas are being urged to stay alert for possible evacuation notices.
Aircraft struck by bullet while battling wildland fire in northern Minnesota
A fire suppression aircraft battling a wildland fire in northern Minnesota on Friday was reportedly struck by a bullet while scooping water from a lake.
A fire suppression aircraft battling a wildland fire in northern Minnesota on Friday was reportedly struck by a bullet while scooping water from a lake.
MN wildfires: Crews battle Flanders, Stewart Trail fires
Firefighters are battling two large wildfires in northern Minnesota on Saturday. The Stewart Trail fire near Two Harbors is an estimated 376 acres and 0% contained. The Flanders fire in Crow Wing County has grown to 600 acres and is also 0% contained.
Firefighters are battling two large wildfires in northern Minnesota on Saturday. The Stewart Trail fire near Two Harbors is an estimated 376 acres and 0% contained. The Flanders fire in Crow Wing County has grown to 600 acres and is also 0% contained.
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Stewart Trail Wildfire in northern MN: Chopper [RAW]
Crews continue battling the Stewart Trail wildfire in northern Minnesota on Saturday, as the blaze has grown to 376 acres with no containment. Chopper footage shows burned terrain and aircraft dropping water on hot spots.
Crews continue battling the Stewart Trail wildfire in northern Minnesota on Saturday, as the blaze has grown to 376 acres with no containment. Chopper footage shows burned terrain and aircraft dropping water on hot spots.
Red flag warning issued for 15 Minnesota counties
Wildfires are breaking out across Minnesota and the National Weather Service (NWS) has a red flag warning in place for 15 counties.
Wildfires are breaking out across Minnesota and the National Weather Service (NWS) has a red flag warning in place for 15 counties.
Minnesota wildfires: Stewart Trail Fire 30% contained, closes highways just north of Two Harbors
Crews are working to contain the Stewart Trail Fire, about three miles north of Two Harbors, that has already burned approximately 350 acres and led to highway closures in the area. As of Saturday evening, the fire is 30% contained.
Crews are working to contain the Stewart Trail Fire, about three miles north of Two Harbors, that has already burned approximately 350 acres and led to highway closures in the area. As of Saturday evening, the fire is 30% contained.
Wildfire closes portion of highway near Iron Range in northern MN
A fire burning between Virginia and Gilbert has forced the closure of a stretch of Highway 135, drawing a large emergency response on Friday.
A fire burning between Virginia and Gilbert has forced the closure of a stretch of Highway 135, drawing a large emergency response on Friday.
Red flag warning issued for 54 Minnesota counties due to wildfire risk
A red flag warning has been issued for 54 Minnesota counties due to extreme fire risk conditions. The warning is in effect from noon until 9 p.m. on Friday.
A red flag warning has been issued for 54 Minnesota counties due to extreme fire risk conditions. The warning is in effect from noon until 9 p.m. on Friday.
Red flag warning issued for 37 western Minnesota counties due to wildfire risk
A red flag warning has been issued for 37 Minnesota counties on Thursday due to extreme fire risk conditions. A fire weather watch is also in effect for much of central and northern Minnesota on Friday.
A red flag warning has been issued for 37 Minnesota counties on Thursday due to extreme fire risk conditions. A fire weather watch is also in effect for much of central and northern Minnesota on Friday.
Red flag warning issued for 35 Minnesota counties due to wildfire risk
A red flag warning has been issued for 35 Minnesota counties on Tuesday due to extreme fire risk conditions.
A red flag warning has been issued for 35 Minnesota counties on Tuesday due to extreme fire risk conditions.
Red flag warning issued for 26 Minnesota counties due to wildfire risk
A red flag warning was issued for 26 counties in parts of central and northwest Minnesota due to extreme fire risk conditions. The warning is in effect from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday.
A red flag warning was issued for 26 counties in parts of central and northwest Minnesota due to extreme fire risk conditions. The warning is in effect from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday.
Minnesota air quality forecast for summer 2026: MPCA expects active alert season
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is predicting an active summer for air quality alerts, with multiple days likely impacted by wildfire smoke and elevated ozone levels.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is predicting an active summer for air quality alerts, with multiple days likely impacted by wildfire smoke and elevated ozone levels.