Crime & Safety
DNR Warns People To Be Extra Cautious Lighting Bonfires, Fireworks And Grills Under High Fire Risk
Most of Minnesota, including the Metro, is under a high-risk fire warning due to current drought conditions.
July 4, 2021
Most of Minnesota, including the Metro, is under a high-risk fire warning.
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Minnesota DNR says about 82% of the state is experiencing drought and dry conditions right now. The north-central part of the state is experiencing severe drought conditions and is under a campfire ban because of high fire risk.
The rest of the state can have campfires and grill, but the DNR is asking people to be extra careful and put out the flames when you’re done.
Find out what's happening in Across Minnesotafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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