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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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