NE Forest Fire Region Update – May 11th

There are no active wildland fires in the Northeast Region

There have been no wildland fires in the Northeast Region since the last report on May 7.

Ontario is deploying three fire engines accompanied by three FireRanger crews to assist with the wildland fire situation in Minnesota.
Ontario is a member of the Great Lakes Forest Fire Compact (GLFFC), a partnership with Manitoba, Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin. This Compact operates under the broader Alliance of Forest Fire Compacts, allowing member jurisdictions to share personnel, equipment and aircraft during periods of heightened wildland fire activity.

 

Follow Ontario’s outdoor fire rules

Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reminds the public that outdoor fire rules are in effect throughout Ontario’s legislated fire season, which runs from April 1 to October 31. To dispose of yard waste and woody debris, we encourage the use of alternatives such as composting or utilizing your local landfill. If you must burn, use caution and follow the rules outlined in Ontario’s Wildland Fire Management regulation.

 

Fires are to be ignited no sooner than two hours before sunset and extinguished no later than two hours after sunrise. Always ensure you have adequate tools and water available to contain the fire at the site. Know the rules for safe outdoor burning. Read the full set of outdoor fire rules.

 

Residents within municipal boundaries must also check with their local fire department for burning restrictions or permitting requirements prior to burning.

 

Report a wildland fire

To report a wildland fire located north of the French and Mattawa rivers, please dial 310-FIRE (3473). To report a wildland fire located south of the French or Mattawa Rivers, please dial 9-1-1.

For tips on preventing wildland fires and information on the current fire situation, follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X in English and French: @ONforestfires and @ONfeudeforet. For more information about the current wildland fire situation, visit Ontario.ca/FireUpdates.

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