Northeast Fire Region Forest Fire Situation Update
June 28, 2015 16:05
As of June 28, there are currently five active forest fires in the region. One new fire, Kirkland Lake 5, is under control at 0.8 hectares. Three active forest fires are currently being observed in the far north, and Cochrane 11 is currently being held at 7 hectares.
The region is experiencing a low to high hazard, with a majority of the region experiencing a moderate to high hazard.
Out of Province
Ontario continues to support Alberta firefighting efforts, and has deployed personnel and resources to the Northwest Territories. Currently there are 52 personnel in Alberta along with pumps and hose equipment from Ontario, and 44 personnel in the Northwest Territories along with aircraft.
The Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services program is reminding people that they are responsible for safe outdoor fire management and must follow guidelines set out in the Forest Fires Prevention Act of Ontario including no day burning of brush or grass fires. Campfires are to be tended at all times and put out before leaving.
- How to be FireSmart
- Current fire situation and the active fires map
- Northeast Region Fire Information Hotline for general information updates: 1-888-357-8422.
- Report forest fires by calling 310-FIRE (3473).
