Latest forest fire update for the Northeast Region

MNR News Release

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As of 15:30 (2:30) pm today, there have been no new fires in the region.

The following is an update on the larger existing fires in the region.

Timmins 9 is currently 39518 hectares in size and is now classed as Being Held thanks to the hard work of ground crews, aggressive suppression, the strategic use of heavy equipment and recent rainfall.

This means that with currently committed resources, sufficient suppression action has been taken that the fire is not likely to spread beyond existing or predetermined boundaries under prevailing and forecasted conditions.

Another day of wet weather yesterday aided with suppression effo rts as ground crews continued to identify and extinguish hotspots and patrol the perimeter of the fire.

The City of Timmins Forest Fire Information Line: 705-360-8720

Timmins Fire Information Officer: 705 235-1372


Kirkland Lake 8 is currently 2326 hectares in size and is listed as Under Control. Infra-red scanning continues on this fire.

Kirkland Lake 13 is currently 696 hectares and is classified as Being Held. Line building and the actioning of hot spots detected by infra-red scans continue.

There are currently 11 active fires in the Northeast Region, burning 47319.7 hectares.

To date, there have been 259 fires in the region, burning 48125 hectares.

Kirkland Lake Complex, Fire Information, Heather Pridham (705)-567-9291 ext. 3024

Questions or Concerns about the Implementation Order, KLK MNR’s local office - 705-568-3222

For general fire questions: Forest Fire Information Hotline: 1-866-357-8422

Crime Stoppers 705-567-5400 or 1-800-222-TIPS

FIRE HAZARD -

The Ministry of Natural Resources wishes to advise the public that a Restricted Fire Zone previously in place for the Northeast Region is now lifted.

Campfires are now allowed for cooking and warmth, but must be tended to at all times. Keep your campfires small and make sure they are completely extinguished before leaving.

Remember to avoid burning in windy conditions, as fire can quickly spread.

The public is reminded to take extreme caution, as a high hazard still remains specifically in the areas of Sault Ste Marie, Sudbury, North Bay and south of the French River.

The MNR would like to thank the public for their cooperation during this period of escalated fire activity, and a reminder to check with your local municipality for fire bans they may have in place.

For up to date information on the current status of the Restricted Fire Zone, please call the Northeast Region Restricted Fire Information Hotline at 1-866-357-8422.

Be FireSmart! For more information, visit ontario.ca/fireprevention and report forest fires using the toll-free reporting number: 310-FIRE (3473).

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