NEWS RELEASE
AVIATION, FOREST FIRE and EMERGENCY SERVICES
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NIPIGON--Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES) is reporting one new fire discovered in the Northwest Region by the late afternoon of July 14.
Nipigon 7 is located approximately 26 kilometers southeast of the remote community of Fort Hope. The 0.5 hectare fire is not under control.
The AFFES is reporting that Nipigon 7 is the region’s sole active wild land fire. At the time of this update the wild land fire hazard was mainly moderate in the Kenora, Fort Frances, Dryden and Thunder Bay sectors. Nipigon, Sioux Lookout and Red Lake sectors feature moderate to high hazard conditions.
Check current wild land fire hazard conditions in your area, by using our interactive map.
Follow Ontario’s Outdoor Burning Regulations
Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services would like to remind the public to use caution when performing any outdoor burning. In order to dispose of yard waste and woody debris, we encourage you to use methods such as composting or using your local landfill. If you must burn, follow Ontario’s Outdoor Burning Regulations.
Fires are to be ignited no sooner than two hours before sunset and extinguished no later than two hours after sunrise. Always have tools/water adequate to contain the fire at the site. Know the rules for safe outdoor burning. Consult the full set of Outdoor Burning Regulations. If you intend to burn within the boundaries of a municipality, check with your local fire department for restrictions or permitting requirements.
Help fight forest fires: Stay clear of water bombers!
When wate rbombers approach a body of water, move close to the shore so they can perform their scoop safely. A water bomber will not scoop from a lake or river if encroaching watercraft pose a safety hazard. Be safe, stay clear of water bombers.
Report a Wildland Fire
To report a wild land fire located north of the French and Mattawa rivers, please dial 310-FIRE. To report a forest fire located south of the French or Mattawa rivers, please dial 911.
