Nipigon 23 confirmed near Lake Superior shoreline; fire hazard remains moderate to high in parts of the region

THUNDER BAY – WILDFIRE REPORT – AUGUST 28, 2025 – One new wildland fire has been confirmed in the Northwest Region, as Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES) continues to monitor conditions during peak wildfire season.

Over the Labour Day long weekend, take special care in the woods with burning. Campfires and bonfires along with fireworks are all part of may people’s end of summer rituals. Be sure you are not the cause of a manmade fire.

New Fire Confirmed Near Schreiber

The newly reported fire, Nipigon 23, was located Thursday afternoon approximately 1.6 kilometres southwest of Schreiber, near the Lake Superior shoreline. The blaze is currently measured at 0.1 hectares and is not under control.

This brings the total number of active fires in the Northwest Region to 27 as of 5:00 p.m. CDT:

• 🔥 1 fire is not under control

• ✅ 3 fires are under control

• 👁️ 23 fires are being observed

Fire Hazard Conditions

As of this update, fire hazard levels across the region are generally stable but remain a concern in some areas:

• 🔵 Moderate to Low Hazard in:
  Kenora, Dryden, Fort Frances, Thunder Bay, and Nipigon

• 🔴 Moderate to High Hazard in:
  Red Lake and Sioux Lookout

Residents and outdoor users are urged to remain vigilant, especially in areas with moderate to high fire hazard.

To track real-time fire hazard levels in your area, visit the Interactive Fire Map.

Important Reminder: No Drone Zone

AFFES reminds the public that flying drones near wildfires is illegal and dangerous. Unauthorized drone activity can:

• Ground aerial firefighting operations

• Endanger the lives of pilots, firefighters, and support teams

• Delay suppression efforts

🚫 Stay clear of forest fires and do not fly drones in active fire zones.

How to Report a Wildland Fire

• North of the French and Mattawa rivers: Call 310-FIRE (3473)

• South of the French or Mattawa rivers: Call 9-1-1

For updates, prevention tips, and behind-the-scenes firefighting efforts, follow:

• @ONforestfires (English)

• @ONfeudeforet (French)
  on Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).

For more detailed information, visit Ontario.ca/fireupdates