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DNR identifies starting location, people of interest connected to Flanders Fire

Podcast: Minnesota Today
Published: May 20, 2026
Duration seconds: 227
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Summary

The Flanders wildfire in Crow Wing County is now 95 percent contained. Authorities say they believe it was sparked by a campfire. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources said it has identified people of interest in connection with the case. Good financial news for Target today -- the Minneapolis-based retailer saw better-than-expected sales in the first quarter. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.