Particle.news
Download on the App Store
19 ARTICLES
·
last wk.

Minnesota Wildfires Scorch Over 20,000 Acres, Destroying Dozens of Structures

Three uncontained blazes in St. Louis County prompt evacuations, National Guard deployment, and ongoing investigations into potential human causes.

Aerial photo of the Camp House Fire taken by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Air Attack Plane on May 11, 2025.
Image
Image

Overview

  • The Camp House Fire has grown rapidly to 12,000 acres, destroying more than 40 structures and forcing widespread evacuations.
  • The Jenkins Creek Fire has expanded to 6,800 acres, with at least one structure destroyed and nearby campgrounds evacuated.
  • The Munger Shaw Fire, covering 1,400 acres, continues to threaten properties in Cotton Township under evacuation orders.
  • A Red Flag warning remains in effect across 65 Minnesota counties due to extreme weather conditions, including high winds and low humidity.
  • Preliminary investigations suggest human-related causes for the fires, including an unattended campfire, a discarded cigarette, and a hay bale fire.