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Minnesota Wildfires

MPR News keeps track of real-time wildfire updates so you can keep yourself and your family safe. Check out current air quality conditions with our map of the latest AQI sensor readings, or scroll down for other news about wildfires in Minnesota.

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After a week of smoke, a look at Canada's approach to fighting wildfires differently

After a week of smoke, a look at Canada's approach to fighting wildfires differently

Minnesota saw a record-breaking six-day air quality alert due to wildfires burning in Canada sending smoke into the skies. Canada is seeing one of it’s worst wildfire seasons on record.
by Chris Farrell and Ellen Finn

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Wild weather, smoky skies put summer camps at risk

Wild weather, smoky skies put summer camps at risk

For one summer camp in Minneapolis, wildfires up north and a succession of severe storms have put coordinators in a tough spot as they try to provide an outdoor day care experience while also keeping campers safe.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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How do smoky skies affect your lungs, heart and health? We asked a pulmonologist

How do smoky skies affect your lungs, heart and health? We asked a pulmonologist

Pulmonologist Dr. Andrew Stiehm, a doctor who specializes in lung function and disease at Allina Health, joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition to explain.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Job Interview: Fire manager shares what it really takes to prevent and fight wildfires

Job Interview: Fire manager shares what it really takes to prevent and fight wildfires

Bradley Oen is an assistant fire management officer at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s northwest hub in Detroit Lakes. He spoke about what it really means to fight wildfires.
by Lukas Levin

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Wildlife and wildfire smoke: When to step in and when to leave nature alone

Wildlife and wildfire smoke: When to step in and when to leave nature alone

Tami Vogel, the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota’s executive director, joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition to clear up the confusion.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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