Gov. Walz authorizes Minnesota National Guard to help with Camp House fire
Large plume of smoke can be seen on Highway 44 and Ahola Road on Monday, May 12.
Gov. Tim Walz has authorized the Minnesota National Guard to provide emergency assistance to help fight the Camp House wildfire. His executive order directs the National Guard to assist the Minnesota Interagency Fire Center with fire suppression efforts.
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“Wildfires in northern Minnesota have forced families to evacuate and caused severe damage to and loss of property. My thoughts are with those Minnesotans who are being impacted by this dangerous and unpredictable fire,” said Governor Walz. “I’m grateful to the men and women of the Minnesota National Guard for stepping up to this mission, and to all the state and local agencies working tirelessly to contain the fire and protect Minnesotans.”
“The Minnesota National Guard will provide personnel, assistance, and resources to support wildfire suppression efforts alongside the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, the Minnesota Interagency Fire Center, and local agencies,” said Ellie Anderson with the Governor’s office, further explaining the National’s Guard’s role.
The Minnesota Incident Command System is managing multiple fires in northern Minnesota including the Camp House Fire north of Brimson and the Jenkins Creek Fire, last reported at 1,000 acres in size, by Hoyt Lakes.
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