Northwest Fire Region – September 6, 2025 – 17:20 CDT
Thunder Bay – Wildfire Update: The latest report from Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services confirms that no new wildland fires were recorded across the Northwest Region by Saturday evening.
Currently, 23 wildfires remain active in the region. Of these, 3 are under control, while the remaining 20 are being monitored as part of ongoing observation efforts.
Current Wildfire Hazard
The overall wildfire hazard across the Northwest Region is low, although localized areas of moderate to high riskremain:
-
Moderate risk persists along the Manitoba border, stretching into Woodland Caribou and Weeskayjahk Ohtahzhoganeeng Provincial Parks.
-
A secondary moderate-risk zone extends from Ingolf to Rainy Lake, with high hazard conditions particularly concentrated around the Fort Frances area.
To stay informed about wildfire risks in your area, use the Interactive Fire Map provided by the province.
Stay FireSmart in Northwestern Ontario
As wildfires increasingly threaten wildland-urban interfaces—where forests meet communities—residents are encouraged to explore the FireSmart program. Whether you’re in Thunder Bay, a remote cabin community, or a seasonal cottage, small actions like clearing dry vegetation or maintaining defensible space can reduce risk.
Learn how to safeguard your home and property at Ontario.ca/FireSmart.
Outdoor Burning: Know the Rules
As fall yard cleanup begins, residents are reminded to use alternatives to burning, such as composting or landfill disposal. If you must burn:
-
Burn only two hours before sunset and extinguish no later than two hours after sunrise.
-
Always have tools or water on hand to contain the fire.
-
Review and follow Ontario’s Outdoor Burning Regulations before lighting any fire.
Reporting Wildland Fires
-
North of French and Mattawa Rivers: Call 310-FIRE (3473)
-
South of French and Mattawa Rivers: Call 9-1-1
Stay updated and informed by following @ONforestfires and @ONfeudeforet on Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).
For the latest wildfire information, visit Ontario.ca/fireupdates.
