As of early evening on August 9, 2024, Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services have confirmed one new wildland fire in the Northeast Region:
- Sudbury 24 (SUD024) is currently being held at 0.1 hectare. This fire is located on a small island south of Philip Edward Island, approximately 2 kilometers south of Killarney Provincial Park.
Current Fire Activity
There are 24 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. The status of these fires is as follows:
- 1 fire is not yet under control.
- 2 fires are being held.
- 2 fires are under control.
- 19 fires are being observed.
Fire of Note
- Kirkland Lake 5 (KLK005): This fire is currently not under control and spans 387 hectares. It is situated approximately 5 km north of Stull Lake, 5 km southeast of McKee Lake, and around 80 km west of Latchford. The fire, which was first reported on August 3, exhibited increased activity on its western flank on Friday afternoon, leading to visible smoke. Aerial fire suppression aircraft are actively working to contain the fire, with 8 fire crews assigned to the task. Residents and visitors are advised to avoid the area to allow emergency personnel and aircraft to operate safely. The fire perimeter can be viewed on the province’s interactive map.
Fire Hazard
- The fire hazard is mostly low to moderate in areas north of Timmins and Sault Ste. Marie, and south and east of North Bay and Lake Nipissing.
- The central portion of the region shows a high hazard, with some pockets of extreme hazard near Greater Sudbury and Nairn Centre.
- Ontario’s Far North mostly exhibits moderate to high fire hazard levels.
For the latest wildland fire danger values, consult the interactive map.
Safety Reminders
No Drone Zone:
Flying drones near forest fires is both dangerous and illegal. Drones can jeopardize the safety of pilots, firefighters, and other emergency personnel. Stay clear of forest fires and leave the firefighting to the professionals.
Help Fight Forest Fires:
If you see waterbombers approaching a body of water, move close to the shore to allow them to scoop water safely. Waterbombers will not scoop from a lake or river if watercraft are in the way. Be safe, and give waterbombers the space they need to operate.
Reporting Wildland Fires
- To report a wildland fire north of the French and Mattawa Rivers, dial 310-FIRE.
- To report a wildland fire south of the French or Mattawa Rivers, dial 9-1-1.
Stay informed and stay safe as we work together to protect our forests and communities.
