Wildfires Receding in Northern Minnesota | Minneapolis News

Evacuation orders are lifting across northern Minnesota, but parts of the Boundary Waters remain closed through mid-August, with some trails possibly shutting down by late September. Major fires, including the Little Knife at 90% containment and the July Lightning complex burning over 74,000 acres, are still active, with crews tackling others like the Bear Trap Fire at 45% containment. Local businesses hit hard by tourism losses are calling for relief as the region braces for lingering risks — including strong winds and temporary flight restrictions — even as a cold front brings rain to help tame the flames. Full recovery and access restoration remain uncertain. 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/dc439470b3833b8f