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Spring burning restrictions in effect for all of Northern Minnesota

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The addition of the Arrowhead on April 14, 2025, expanded restrictions to include the entire region. No open burning permits will be issued until restrictions are lifted.

Spring burning restrictions began in Cook, Koochiching, Lake, Lake of the Woods and northern St. Louis counties Monday, April 14.

Restrictions began for most of the rest of Northern Minnesota the week before.

The Department of Natural Resources said it will not issue permits for open burning of brush or yard waste until the restrictions are lifted.

Fire risk is expected to rise as warm and dry weather increases. Escaped fire from vegetative debris is Minnesota’s No. 1 cause of wildfires, according to the DNR.

Maps from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources show the fire danger and burning restrictions as of April 14, 2025.
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Maps from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources show the fire danger and burning restrictions as of April 14, 2025.

The agency suggested composting, chipping or taking brush to a collection site if you need to dispose of yard waste.

Small campfires and fires in approved burners are permitted from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m., so long as there is 5 feet of clear space around the base of the fire or burner.

Burning restrictions will be updated as conditions change. For the latest information, check the DNR's website.