NIMO Takes Command as Jenkins Creek and Horse River Fires Persist in Minnesota

Boundary Waters Horse River Fire remains relatively small, but continues to grow

A wildfire burning in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in northern Minnesota is growing, leading authorities to close off a part of the wilderness northeast of Ely.

NIMO Takes Command as Jenkins Creek and Horse River Fires Persist in Minnesota

BRIMSON, Minn. — On Wednesday, the National Incident Management Organization (NIMO) assumed command of both the Jenkins Creek and Horse River Fires. The Jenkins Creek Fire is still 84% contained and is has burned 16,089 acres. Unstaffed Aerial System (UAS/drone) flights detected multiple heat sources in the south and one in the north of the fire. Firefighters responded quickly, especially near the perimeter of their containment lines. Resources …