Northeast Region Fire Update
Sault Ste. Marie – Wildfire Update – As of the early evening of Saturday, August 10, there have been no new wildland fires reported in the Northeast Region. Currently, the region is managing 23 active wildland fires. Among these, 1 fire remains uncontrolled, 1 is being held, 2 are under control, and 19 are being observed.
Fire of Note: Kirkland Lake 5 (KLK005)
The Kirkland Lake 5 fire, confirmed on August 3, remains a significant concern. Located approximately 5 km north of Stull Lake and 80 km west of Latchford, this fire is still not under control. The fire has grown to 889 hectares following increased fire activity on Friday. On Saturday, one CL415 waterbomber and a lead birddog aircraft briefly engaged the fire, but cooler temperatures and precipitation later in the day helped reduce its intensity. Currently, 8 FireRanger crews, 2 fire management staff, and 3 helicopters are actively working on this fire, with additional resources expected in the coming days. A detailed fire perimeter can be viewed on the province’s interactive map.
Current Fire Hazard
The fire hazard varies across the Northeast Region. Areas north of Timmins and Sault Ste. Marie, as well as south and east of North Bay and Lake Nipissing, are mostly experiencing low to moderate hazard levels. However, the central portion of the region shows moderate to high hazard, with an extreme hazard zone near Temiskaming Shores, Cobalt, and Latchford. Portions of Ontario’s Far North are also under moderate to high fire hazard conditions. For up-to-date information, check the interactive map.
Important Safety Reminders
- No Drone Zone: Flying drones near forest fires is both dangerous and illegal. Drones can endanger the lives of pilots, firefighters, and other emergency personnel. Stay safe—stay clear of forest fires.
- Stay Clear of Waterbombers: When waterbombers approach a lake or river, move close to the shore to allow them to scoop water safely. Waterbombers will avoid scooping if nearby watercraft pose a safety risk.
Report a Wildland Fire
- To report a wildland fire north of the French and Mattawa rivers, call 310-FIRE.
- For fires south of these rivers, call 9-1-1.
Stay informed and stay safe as the fire season continues.
