Wildfire in NE Minnesota continues to grow

More evacuations ordered on Friday
Wild fire
Crews in Minnesota are battling growing wildfire Photo credit Getty Images

In far northeastern Minnesota, the state's largest active wildfire continues to grow.

The Greenwood Fire in Lake County is now at 13 square miles, with high winds and dry conditions fueling the flames.

Officials say the fire grew by more than 8,200 acres on Friday, and minimal, if any, containment has been reported.

The US Forest Service says new evacuations were ordered in Sand Lake and Stony Lake, with more than 250 crew members working to contain the fire.

So far, no buildings have been destroyed by the flames.

The fire was sparked nearly a week ago by lighting strikes, and nearly 100 people have been evacuated from the area.

Officials have blocked roads leading into the area where the fire is burning, while campgrounds and other recreational areas in the region remain closed.

There is a Red Cross shelter at the Finland Community Center.

Featured Image Photo Credit: Getty Images