Wildfire Danger

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Minnesotans Asked to Help Reduce Fire Danger

By The Associated Press October 4, 2012

With fire danger high, Minnesota officials are asking for the public's help in reducing the risk of wildfires. Department of Natural Resources Commissioner Tom Landwehr says Minnesota has "a unique and dangerous combination of fires that are not yet well contained up north," while the southern part of the state has "a serious fire risk."

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Category: AP Stories, State/Regional News Tags: minnesota department of natural resources, wildfire danger

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DNR Issues Northern Minnesota Burning Restrictions

By The Associated Press September 12, 2011

The Department of Natural Resources is placing temporary burning restrictions on much of northern Minnesota because of fire danger. Monday's forecast calls for warm conditions with low humidity and moderate winds throughout most of Minnesota. While a cold front is expected to move in and lower temperatures, the DNR says winds are likely to increase and keep fire danger high.

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Category: State/Regional News Tags: burning restrictions, DNR, wildfire danger

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April Fire Danger Low Thanks To Cold Wet Weather

By Lee Voss May 2, 2011

A cold and wet month of April has been a benefit when it comes to wildfires here in central Minnesota. But, that could change if we get dry, warm and windy days.

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Category: St. Cloud News Tags: interagency fire center, jean goad, wildfire danger

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DNR Reminds Minnesotans Of Wildfire Dangers

By Lee Voss April 18, 2011

It's the time of year when state fire officials want you to be aware of the dangers of wildfires. Wildfire prevention started in Minnesota after the great Hinckley Fire of 1894 which killed 418 people and destroyed the town of Hinckley. This week is Wildfire Prevention Week.

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Category: St. Cloud News Tags: burning restrictions, DNR, great hinckley fire of 1894, wildfire danger