Weather conditions over the Arrowhead region of Minnesota have slightly improved from the recent Red Flag conditions. The temperature will reach the low 80’s with improved humidity and possible chance of thunderstorms developing later today. Investigations are ongoing for all three wildfires in St. Louis County, while fire crews continue to focus on full suppression efforts. Aircraft resources are available to all three fires today. No drones are allowed near any of the fire areas. If you fly, WE CAN’T!
St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office is coodinating evacuation orders and road closures. The public is asked to avoid the areas around these fires for their safety and the safety of fire personnel. Temporary flight restrictions are in place. Again, no drones are allowed near any of the fire areas.
The Eastern Area Complex Incident Management Team assumed management of the Camp House and Jenkins Creek fires on Wednesday, May 14. The Complex Incident Management team has greater access to regional and national firefighting resources.