Still growing and moving Posted by: PuffinGin on Sep-14-11 3:30 AM (EST)
Latest reports are that over 100,000 acres are burning and it's still moving rapidly. Weather conditions unfavorable to firefighting efforts: significant winds from the north and little rain. Story in today's Duluth newspaper: http://www.duluthnewstribune.com/event/article/id/209327/ This story describes peparations being made by Sawbill Canoe Outfitters: Story about Sawbill Canoe Outfitters preparations http://www.duluthnewstribune.com/event/article/id/209324/ Because of the wind directions, Duluth isn't getting much smoke from this fire. Relatives across L. Superior in N. Wisconsin and UP Michigan report smoky, hazy conditions and smelling smoke.