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Wildfires are burning across northern part of the state, most concentrated in the area northwest of Ely, Minn., and that’s prompted the city council to hold a public meeting to tell their citizens about the fires and their plans respond. 

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MPR News host Clay Masters spoke with Ely Council Member Emily Roose about the city’s response, and long term impacts on local businesses. 

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MPR News host Clay Masters spoke with Ely Council Member Emily Roose. 

Ely City Council to announce economic and emergency plans in response to fires

Ely City Council to announce economic and emergency plans in response to fires

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