Michael Gendron

1 day ago | wdio.com | Michael Gendron

The National Incident Management Organization (NIMO) Team has reported significant containment gain in Horse River Fire containment on Friday, which is now 53% contained compared to 0% reported on Thursday. The NIMO Team also anticipates another rain system over the weekend that will bring substantial rain to the areas of both fires. JENKINS CREEK FIRE: 94% contained, 16,145 acresCrews will continue to monitor the fire perimeter of the Jenkins Creek Fire and address any fire sources.

2 days ago | wdio.com | Michael Gendron

The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that search efforts are underway by multiple agencies, including the SLC Rescue Squad, after a male reportedly cliff jumped into the Genoa Pit in Gilbert, Minnesota. The Sheriff’s Office could not confirm any additional information at this time. This story will be updated as additional obtained.

2 days ago | wdio.com | Michael Gendron

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Trump administration has accused the Wisconsin Elections Commission of failing to provide a state-based complaint process for voters bringing allegations against the commission itself, calling that a violation of federal law and threatening to withhold all federal funding.

2 days ago | wdio.com | Michael Gendron

The Conservation Fund (TCF) and St. Louis County have announced that the county will be acquiring new public forest land. The deal, which was approved on June 3, will have TSF selling 4,643 acres of former timber lands in northern St. Louis County to be managed by the St. Louis County Land and Minerals Department for integration with the County Forest System. “This is a win for all involved,” said Commissioner Mike Jugovich, who chairs the County Board’s Environment & Natural Resources Committee.

2 days ago | wdio.com | Michael Gendron

The National Incident Management Organization (NIMO) team reports that there is no change to containment levels for the Jenkins Creek Fire and the Horse River Fire compared to Wednesday, June 4. This afternoon, the team is expecting a moderation of fire weather. They state there is a chance of showers today and tomorrow and that there is the possibility of significant rainfall beginning on Saturday evening.