There 27 active wildfires in the Northeast Region, but severe risk is abating across much of the area, according to Saturday's update from emergency officials. Of these active fires, six are under control and 21 are being observed, a news release said. The most southern section of the region from North Bay to Port Severn and east to Carleton Place has a low to moderate hazard.
Cochrane 7, confirmed on June 2, remains the largest and most significant fire at 37,742 hectares but has been under control for a few days. The fire located northeast of Lake Abitibi.
Following is Saturday's news release from the Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services:
Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services
Northeast Fire Region
July 22, 2023
Time of Report – 17:45
Northeast Region
There are currently 27 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. Of these fires, six are under control and 21 are being observed.
Most of the Northeast Fire Region is showing fire hazard values from low to high. The most southern section of the region from North Bay to Port Severn and east to Carleton Place has a low to moderate fire hazard value. For a closer look at fire hazard conditions in your area, view our interactive map.
Fires of note:
- Cochrane 7 was confirmed on June 2 and is now under control. It is a 37,742 hectare wildland fire located northeast of Lake Abitibi.
Help fight forest fires: Stay clear of waterbombers
When waterbombers approach a body of water, move close to the shore so they can perform their scoop safely. A waterbomber will not scoop from a lake or river if encroaching watercraft pose a safety hazard. Be safe, stay clear of waterbombers.
No Drone Zone: Be safe, stay clear of forest fires
Flying drones around forest fires is both dangerous and illegal. When you fly a drone near a forest fire, you can put the lives of pilots, firefighters and other emergency personnel at risk. Be safe, stay clear of forest fires.
Report a Wildland Fire
To report a wildland 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.
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