Northwest Region
Four new fires were confirmed in the Northwest Region by late afternoon on July 10, all in the Nipigon fire management sector.
- Nipigon 17 (NIP017): Located north of Beteau Lake, approximately 59 kilometres east of Neskatanga First Nation. This 1.0-hectare fire is being observed.
- Nipigon 16 (NIP016): Near Snedden Lake, about 45 kilometres east of Eabametoong First Nation. This 1.0-hectare fire is being observed.
- Nipigon 15 (NIP015): East of Shabuskwia Lake, roughly 84 kilometres southwest of Eabametoong First Nation. This 6.0-hectare fire is not under control.
- Nipigon 14 (NIP014): Near Singing River, around 46 kilometres east of Nakina. This 0.1-hectare fire is not under control.
Additionally, an evening fire on July 9 was confirmed:
- Nipigon 13 (NIP013): Located near Exton Lake and the CNR Rail line, approximately 10 kilometres west of Nakina. This 0.1-hectare fire has been called out.
Currently, there are nine active fires in the Northwest Region in various stages of control:
- Observed: 4 fires
- Under Control: 2 fires
- Being Held: 1 fire
- Not Under Control: 2 fires
The wildland fire hazard is predominantly moderate to low across the region, with isolated pockets of high hazard conditions in the Kenora, Fort Frances, Dryden, Sioux Lookout, and Nipigon fire management sectors.
For a closer look at active fires and the wildland fire hazard in your area, check out our Interactive Map.
Safety Reminders
Help Fight Forest Fires: Stay Clear of Waterbombers! When waterbombers approach a body of water, move close to the shore so they can perform their scoop safely. Waterbombers will not scoop from a lake or river if encroaching watercraft pose a safety hazard. Be safe, stay clear of waterbombers.
Report a Wildland Fire
- North of French and Mattawa Rivers: Dial 310-FIRE to report a wildland fire.
- South of French and Mattawa Rivers: Dial 9-1-1 to report a wildland fire.
