Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services — Northwest Region
Date: August 13, 2025 • Time of Report: 17:18 CDT
Today’s New Fire
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Kenora 60: Located west of Little Sand Lake, about 10 km northwest of Minaki. Estimated at 0.1 hectares and not under control.
Regional Status
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Active fires: 54
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Not under control: 3
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Under control: 5
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Being observed: 46
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Fire Hazard
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Mainly low across the Kenora, Fort Frances, Red Lake, and Sioux Lookout fire management areas.
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Low to moderate in the Thunder Bay and Nipigon sectors.
For current conditions, see Ontario’s Interactive Fire Map.
Fire of Note: Red Lake 99 (NE of Poplar Hill First Nation)
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Size: 30,602 hectares
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Status: Not under control
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Operations: 3 crews are making good progress with help from low fire behaviour. More rain is forecast for the area this week.
Safety Reminder: No-Drone Zone
Flying drones near wildland fires is dangerous and illegal. Drones can ground aircraft and put firefighters and pilots at risk. Stay clear of fire zones.
How to Report a Wildland Fire
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North of the French & Mattawa Rivers: 310-FIRE
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South of the French or Mattawa Rivers: 9-1-1
For prevention tips and official updates, follow @ONforestfires / @ONfeudeforet on Facebook, Instagram, and X, or visit Ontario.ca/fireupdates.
NetNewsLedger will continue to monitor conditions across Northwestern Ontario.
