North Dakota Governor Issues Evacuation Order For Pipeline Protest Area

The governor of North Dakota has issued an evacuation of the area used to protest the Dakota Access oil pipeline, citing “anticipated harsh weather conditions” and the unauthorized camps erected by the thousands of demonstrators. The order, issued Monday, is effective immediately and will stay in place indefinitely.
However, the state “won’t be using law enforcement or the national guard to enforce the order,” said North Dakota Emergency Services spokeswoman Cecily