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Gusty winds push Greenwood Fire closer to cabins

The Greenwood Fire in northeast Minnesota is spreading. Crews are working to contain it, but winds are stronger Friday. That has made containment more of a challenge, as flames edge closer to cabins. This is the evening MPR News update for Friday, Aug. 20, 2021. Hosted by Nina Moini. Theme music by Gary Meister.

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