The Lake County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with the Southern Area Complex Incident Management Team, will provide an opportunity for residents and property owners affected by the Camp (Branch III) Fire closure to access their properties on Thursday, July 23, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Property owners and authorized individuals must present identification to verify residency, property ownership, or other authorized access. Acceptable documentation includes:
- Driver's license or state-issued identification card
- Utility bill
- Property tax statement
- Voter registration card or other documentation demonstrating residency or property ownership
Additional documentation may be accepted at the discretion of the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
Escort Procedure
- Check-in will begin at 7:30 a.m. at the Fall Lake Township Hall, located at 393 Kawishiwi Trail, Ely, MN 55731.
- After check-in, participants will receive an access pass and be escorted by Lake County Sheriff's Office deputies to their properties.
- Individuals must remain on their respective properties while within the closure area.
- Participants will be escorted out of the closure area by Lake County Sheriff's Office deputies.
- Upon leaving the closure area, participants must check out with Lake County Sheriff's Office staff at the Fall Lake Township Hall.
The Lake County Sheriff's Office would like to thank all residents, property owners, and business owners for their patience and cooperation during this challenging time. Your safety and well-being remain our top priority as we continue to respond to this incident. We appreciate your understanding and support as response efforts continue.
