A new fire, Chapleau 15, was confirmed early Tuesday evening and its status is not under control, according to a news release from Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services.
This 0.1 hectare fire is located about five km north of the east end of Cow River, or 25 km northeast of Batchawana River Provincial Park. One crew is working on suppression.
The fire hazard varies from low to moderate for areas around Sault Ste. Marie, Greater Sudbury, Kirkland Lake and south. The fire hazard varies between high to extreme around Timmins, Cochrane, Hearst and north. For a closer look at fire hazard conditions in your area, view the interactive map.
There are currently 31 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. Of these fires, one is being held, five are under control, one is not under control, and 24 are being observed.
Following is Tuesday's release from the Ministry of Natural Resources:
Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services
Northeast Fire Region
July 25, 2023
Time of Report – 18:00
Northeast Region
There are currently 31 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. Of these fires, one is being held, five are under control, one is not under control, and 24 are being observed.
There was one new fire confirmed in the region:
- Chapleau 15 was confirmed early Tuesday evening and its status is not under control. This 0.1-hectare fire is located about five km north of the east end of Cow River, or 25 km northeast of Batchawana River Provincial Park. One crew is working on suppressing this small fire.
The fire hazard varies from low to moderate for areas around Sault Ste. Marie, Greater Sudbury, Kirkland Lake and south. The fire hazard varies between high to extreme around Timmins, Cochrane, Hearst and north. 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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