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Photo courtesy Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services, Ministry of Natural Resources, July 13, 2024

A new forest fire confirmed in Northwest Region

By Regis Phillips Oct 6, 2024 | 6:13 PM

On the evening of Sunday, October 6, the Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES) confirmed the emergence of a new fire in the Northwest Region.

  • Nipigon 44 (NIP044) is situated close to Eureka Lake, roughly 103 kilometres east of Longlac. The fire currently spans 4.8 hectares and is not yet under control.

According to the most recent information from AFFES, there are 13 active fires in the Northwest Region. Of these, three are beyond control, and the other ten are being observed for further development.