By NetNewsLedger Staff
THUNDER BAY – WILDFIRE UPDATE – Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services report one new fire confirmed in the Northwest Region by early evening on August 11.
Nipigon 22 is burning about 21 kilometres northwest of Marten Falls First Nation, on the south side of the Albany River. The blaze, estimated at 8 hectares, is currently being observed.
Current Fire Situation
As of this update, there are 53 active fires across the Northwest Region:
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5 not under control
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1 being held
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3 under control
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44 being observed
Fire danger remains mainly moderate to low across the region, with isolated high hazard areas in the Kenora, Thunder Bay, and Sioux Lookout fire management zones.
Click here to view the Ontario Interactive Fire Map.
Fire of Note – Red Lake 99
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Location: Northeast of Poplar Hill First Nation
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Size: 30,602 hectares
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Status: Not under control
Recent rainfall has slowed fire activity, with more showers forecast for the week. Lower fire behaviour is helping three firefighting crews make steady progress on priority areas.
Safety Reminder – No Drone Zone
Flying drones near wildfires is dangerous and illegal. Drones can endanger aircraft, pilots, and ground crews. Stay clear to keep firefighting efforts safe and effective.
How to Report a Wildfire
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North of the French and Mattawa Rivers: Call 310-FIRE (no area code)
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South of those rivers: Call 9-1-1
Stay informed and follow Ontario’s official wildfire updates:
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Facebook, Instagram, X: @ONforestfires / @ONfeudeforet
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Website: Ontario.ca/fireupdates
