Fire hazard remains moderate to high across the Northeast Region as crews continue efforts
Thunder Bay – October 18, 2024 – Northeast Region: Aviation, Forest Fire, and Emergency Services (AFFES) confirmed two new wildfires in the Northeast Region following last night’s update.
Both Sudbury 52 and Sudbury 53 have been brought under control thanks to quick responses from FireRanger crews.
- Sudbury 52 (SUD052): A small 0.1-hectare fire, located east of Highway 144 near Alaska’s Lake, is now under control.
- Sudbury 53 (SUD053): This 0.2-hectare fire, situated within Killarney Provincial Park, is also under control.
By late afternoon on Friday, October 18, three additional fires were confirmed:
- Wawa 17 (WAW017): A larger 4.5-hectare fire, not yet under control, is burning southwest of Flat Lake, approximately 32 km from Hornepayne.
- Sudbury 54 (SUD054): This 0.1-hectare fire has been extinguished.
- North Bay 25 (NOR025): A 0.1-hectare fire on the south shore of Little French River remains active but is not yet under control.
Currently, there are five active wildland fires in the region: two are not yet under control, one is being held, and two are under control.
Fire Hazard and Safety Reminders
The fire hazard across most of the Northeast Region is moderate to high, with lower hazard areas around North Bay, Chalk River, and north of Kirkland Lake along the Ontario-Quebec border.
As fall continues, AFFES reminds the public to exercise caution when performing any outdoor burning. Alternatives like composting or using local landfills are encouraged. If you must burn, ensure compliance with Ontario’s Outdoor Burning Regulations, which specify that fires can only be lit two hours before sunset and must be fully extinguished two hours after sunrise. Adequate tools and water should always be on hand to manage the fire.
For more information on safe burning practices, visit Ontario’s guide on burning grass and woody debris.
Reporting Wildfires
- North of the French and Mattawa Rivers: Call 310-FIRE to report wildfires.
- South of the French and Mattawa Rivers: Dial 9-1-1.
