Minnesota Governor Tim Walz declared a peacetime emergency and mobilized the National Guard to assist with wildfire suppression as more than 17 active wildfires rage in northern Minnesota.

Gov. Walz declared a peacetime emergency to fight northern Minnesota wildfires, mobilizing the National Guard.

The U.S. Forest Service closed 225,000 acres of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness on Saturday due to multiple wildfires and continued dry conditions.

More Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness entry points reopened for overnight use on Wednesday as firefighters increase containment of the wildfires burning in northern Minnesota and southern Canada.

The governor also said a special session to address economic relief for businesses affected by the fires appears unlikely at this point.

The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness will close on Tuesday as wildfires burn amid an active heat wave in northern Minnesota.

Over the weekend, firefighting officials expressed optimism about efforts as crews continue to battle the northern Minnesota wildfires. That sentiment continued Monday, as several evacuation zones were downgraded. Watch the latest update in the video box ...

ELY — Gov. Tim Walz traveled here Monday morning to express his gratitude and support to first responders and evacuees impacted by the wildfires. The visit took place as wildfire containment climbed to 53%, showcasing the efforts made by the 1,066 ...

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is set to receive a briefing on wildfire conditions in the state on Wednesday.