Camp Fire Threatens Boundary Waters | Duluth News

The Camp Fire near Ely has exploded to over 2,100 acres, threatening the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and forcing evacuations of cabins and hunting shacks. Residents, stunned by the fire’s sudden, “poof”-like spread, scramble to protect belongings and prepare for displacement. For locals like Patty Velcheff, these areas aren’t just property—they’re sacred, memory-filled “heaven” spots. With wind shifts pushing the fire toward roads and homes, the situation remains volatile, leaving the community in a state of anxious anticipation, focused solely on safety as the flames keep evolving. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1742f6652bcf8531