Episode

Boundary Waters permits canceled through Sunday; Tribal nations prepare for evacuation

Podcast: Minnesota Today
Published: Jul 16, 2026
Duration seconds: 291
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Summary

Permits for entry into the Boundary Waters are canceled through Sunday as fires in the area continue to grow . The U.S. Forest Service told outfitters permit holders will automatically get refunds. If conditions continue to worsen, Tribal nations in northern Minnesota are preparing for evacuation. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Elena See. Music by Gary Meister.