On Thursday, city crews cleared the encampment by Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary, citing concerns over safety, fire danger and cleanliness.

St. Paul city officials say police have been called to the encampment more than 400 times for everything from drug use to assaults, while the fire department has responded to 50 calls for EMS and fires.

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Vang leaned into the blue and gray tent he’s called home in recent years, grabbed a piece of clothing and held it over an open fire to watch it burn. The 54-year-old, who declined to share his last name,

Since that encampment went up in August of 2023, city leaders say police have responded to more than 400 calls there, and 50 calls for fire and medical help.

City crews cleared the encampment by Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary, citing concerns over safety, fire danger and cleanliness.

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The camp has been running for about two years. At least 40 people lived there as of last week, when the city posted notices to vacate.