Northeast Wildfire Update: New Sudbury-Area Fire Not Under Control

NORTHEASTERN ONTARIO — Ontario’s Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services is reporting one new wildland fire in the Northeast Fire Region as of the evening of Friday, Aug. 21.

There are currently 42 active wildland fires across the Northeast Region. One fire is listed as not under control, while most of the remaining fires are being observed.

Sudbury 62 Confirmed Near Carafel Lake

The new fire, Sudbury 62 (SUD062), is approximately 2.5 hectares in size.

The fire is located on the north side of Carafel Lake, about 1.9 kilometres west of Maskinonge Lake and two kilometres southeast of Rocky Lake.

As of the 6:30 p.m. EDT update, the fire was listed as not under control.

Northeast Region Fire Status

Across the Northeast Fire Region, the 42 active fires were classified as:

• One not under control;
• One being held;
• One under control; and
• 39 being observed.

Wildfire status can change quickly depending on wind, temperature, humidity, rainfall and suppression activity.

Check the Current Fire Hazard Before Heading Outdoors

Ontario’s interactive fire map provides current wildland fire danger ratings based on data collected from more than 130 weather stations across the province’s fire regions.

The map is updated throughout the day as weather conditions change.

Residents, campers, anglers, hunters and travellers are encouraged to check current fire conditions before heading into forested or remote areas.

Stay Clear of Waterbombers

Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services is reminding boaters to move close to shore when waterbombers approach a lake or river to scoop water.

Waterbombers will not conduct a scoop if boats or other watercraft create a safety hazard.

Keeping waterways clear allows aircraft crews to collect water safely and return to wildfire suppression operations.

Outdoor Fire Rules Remain in Effect

Ontario’s legislated forest fire season runs from April 1 to Oct. 31.

AFFES encourages residents to consider alternatives such as composting or using local landfill services when disposing of yard waste and woody debris.

Where outdoor burning is permitted, fires must be started no earlier than two hours before sunset and extinguished no later than two hours after sunrise.

Anyone burning outdoors should have adequate tools and water available to control and extinguish the fire.

Residents within municipal boundaries should also check with their local fire department before burning, as local fire bans, restrictions or permit requirements may apply.

How to Report a Wildland Fire

To report a wildland fire north of the French and Mattawa rivers, call 310-FIRE (3473).

To report a wildland fire south of the French or Mattawa rivers, call 911.

Residents should continue monitoring official Ontario wildfire information as conditions can change quickly across the Northeast Region.