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‘Unprecedented’ northern Minnesota wildfires threaten property near Ely

First publishedJul 17, 23:15 UTC
Last updatedJul 18, 22:38 UTC · 11m ago
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Wildfires in northern Minnesota are near cabins and homes near Ely. The Boundary Waters are closed indefinitely. Evacuations are happening.

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Wildfires are near Ely in northern Minnesota. They are close to homes and cabins. The Boundary Waters are closed. People are evacuating.

Why it matters

This is important because people's homes and property are in danger. The fires are also affecting a popular area for recreation.

In brief
Where are the wildfires?
Northern Minnesota, near Ely.
Why are the Boundary Waters closed?
Because of the wildfires.
What is happening to people?
They are evacuating their homes.
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The outlets report the wildfires as a threat to people's property and homes. They also mention the closure of the Boundary Waters.

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    Wildfires are a threat to people's property and homes.

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    Star TribuneReports on property and homes in danger
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    The Boundary Waters are closed due to wildfires.

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    Star TribuneMentions closure of the Boundary Waters
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