Eagles Nest Fire Dept

06/02/2026

Thank you for the quick response to assist with this fire!

06/02/2026

UPDATE: An estimated 30 acres of U.S. Forest Service land burned.

On June 1, 2026, at approximately 2:56 pm, area agencies responded to the report of black smoke coming from the north side of North Arm Road on Burntside Lake, approximately eight miles northwest of Ely, up the Echo Trail.

Several area fire departments, MN DNR, and the U.S. Forest Service responded to the area of North Arm Rd and Lindskog Road in Morse Township. A large fire had started approximately 1/2 mile north of that intersection and moved to the north and west into a heavily wooded area.

Initial evacuations were made at the end of North Arm Rd and Lindskog Rd as a precaution. The fire was able to be held with the use of aircraft and helicopters. Firefighting will conclude by nightfall tonight. USFS will remain on scene overnight to monitor the fire. Firefighting efforts will begin again in the morning.

At this time, no structures were lost in the fire. The cause of the fire is unknown and remains under investigation.

Responding agencies included the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office, U.S. Forest Service, MN DNR, Morse-Fall Lake Fire Department, Babbitt Fire Department, and Eagles Nest Fire Department, and Ely Fire Department.

05/23/2026

Thank you everyone who attended our Eagles Nest Fire/EMS Auxiliary pancake breakfast this morning! We had so much fun and were so glad you were able to take part!! Thank you again!!

05/19/2026

Eagles Nest Fire/Ems Pancake Breakfast!!! This Saturday 8:00-10:00 am. Come join us!!

05/16/2026

Please everyone be vigilant. One spark can be huge!

Very dry conditions will occur today across most of the Northland. Near critical fire weather conditions are expected along and south of the Iron Range in northern MN where the strongest winds are forecast this afternoon and evening. A few hours of Critical Fire Weather Conditions possible in the Brainerd Lakes even late afternoon to early evening today.

05/16/2026

There were 17 vegetation fires in St Louis County today and one was in our township! Fortunately the property owner had done his Firewise clearing.

04/20/2026

With dry conditions, gusty winds, and low humidity, the National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for 66 counties in Minnesota for today, April 20, until 8 p.m.

While the Red Flag warning is in effect:
🚫Don’t burn brush and yard debris! Escaped fire from debris burning is the #1 cause of wildfires in Minnesota.
☑️Check any recent burning, including campfires, to ensure the fire is out COLD!
⚠️Campfires are strongly discouraged during the Red Flag.
‼️Be safe with ANY heat source that could cause a spark.

In these conditions, any spark could easily cause a wildfire that spreads quickly. Remember, you can prevent wildfires by following prevention tips! If you see a wildfire, get to a safe location and call 911 right away.

Red Flag Warnings are evolving events. For more information, visit www.weather.gov
Follow statewide fire danger and burning restrictions at mndnr.gov/burnrestrictions

04/16/2026

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03/31/2026

To reduce the risk of unintentional wildfires, the first spring burning restrictions are now in place. With warmer temperatures and dry conditions, fire season has begun in parts of Minnesota.
The state will not issue burning permits for the burning of brush or yard waste in the following counties:
Aitkin, Anoka, Beltrami South, Benton, Cass, Chisago, Clay, Crow Wing, Douglas, Grant, Hennepin, Hubbard, Isanti, Itasca, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Norman, Otter Tail, Pine, Pope, Ramsey, Sherburne, Stearns, Stevens, Todd, Traverse, Wadena, Washington, Wilkin, and Wright.
Escaped debris burning is the #1 cause of wildfires in the state. Minnesota experiences the most wildfires in spring. Restricting this type of burning in spring has helped reduce wildfires by 30%.
Burning restrictions will be updated as conditions change.
See the current statewide fire danger & current burning restrictions at https://bit.ly/4tbhBGb

12/24/2025

Eagles Nest Fire Department wishes you all a joyous Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year!