The fire hazard is “low” to “moderate” across the southern and central portions of the West Fire Region, but increasing to “high” in the western and northern sectors.
A drying trend is beginning today that could see fire hazards increase across the entire region through the coming week.
No new fires were reported in the West Fire Region by early yesterday evening. The most recent blaze was Thunder Bay Fire #10, which was reported Friday.
It was brought “under control” at 1.4 hectares in size and is now listed as “out.”
The region has seen a total of 62 fires to date, consuming 55 ha.
Two Ontario CL-415 heavy waterbombers, one bird dog aircraft, and two air attack officers, along with 22 FireRanger crews and agency representatives, continue to assist with fire suppression operations in Manitoba.
Residents are reminded, under the Forest Fires Prevention Act of Ontario, that day burning of brush or grass is not allowed.
You may start a fire no sooner than two hours before sunset and it must be put it out no later than two hours after sunrise.
Choose a safe site, keep your fire small and never leave it unattended, and make sure the fire is put dead out before leaving.
If you live in a municipality, check local bylaws for any burning restrictions that may apply.
Fort Frances Times
Local News from Across the Rainy River District
