The Tuesday Fire

• Began Tuesday, July 2, 2002
• 450 Acres in Size and now 100% Contained
• Approximately 6 miles from the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA)
• Approximately 7 miles from Hovland & 18 miles from Grand Marais
• Was fought by 175+ forest fighters using air support, 5 dozers, 6 engines, and 12 all terrain water delivery vehicles.
• Assistance received from the Minnesota National Guard, Canada, and Michigan