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Zoo in Duluth ready for visitors post-flood

The Lake Superior Zoo in Duluth reopens today. The zoo was forced to close after the grounds were flooded during the huge storm on June 20th. As a result of the flooding, eleven animals died and a seal, that escaped the zoo and ended up on Grand Avenue, is now housed at the Como Zoo in St. Paul. MPR's Phil Picardi spoke with Sam Maida, CEO of the Lake Superior Zoo.

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Officials in Duluth to size up flood damage

Officials in Duluth to size up flood damage

Federal and state officials meet in Duluth Wednesday morning to begin assessing the damage done to homes and businesses by recent flooding. Results of the assessments could lead to federal aid for the region.
by Dan Kraker

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Carlton County phone, 911 service cut

Much of Carlton County in northeast Minnesota is expected to remain without emergency 911 service and other communications until about 7 p.m. tonight. So far, the loss of service has not resulted in any major public safety issues.
by Dan Kraker

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6-year-old MN drowning victim identified

The Hennepin County Medical Examiner's office has identified the young boy who drowned in a lake while celebrating a birthday in Golden Valley.

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