Forest Fire Situation Update Northeast Region – May 29, 2017

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MNRF Water Bomber at Pickle Lake Airport
MNRF Water Bomber at Pickle Lake Airport

Northeastern Ontario – No Active Wildfires

THUNDER BAY – Wildfire Update – Time of Report 17:15 –There were 2 new fires confirmed in the Northeast region between May 25 and the evening of May 29. Both fires have since been extinguished.

No fires remain active in the region.

The forest fire hazard is low to moderate across the Northeast region.

To see a complete list of fires across the province click on our interactive map. You can also get the latest update on the condition of any fire by clicking the fire icon.

Fire numbers and online information:

  • To report a forest fire located north of the French and Mattawa rivers, please dial 310-FIRE (3473)
  • To report a forest fire located south of the French or Mattawa rivers, please dial 911.
  • Follow us on Twitter : in English @ONForestFires or in French @ONFeuDeForêt
  • For guidelines on safe outdoor fire management ontario.ca/fireprevention

Report prepared by Shayne McCool

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