Fire hazard mostly low throughout Northeast Region

Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services 
Northeast Fire Region 
May 28, 2024
Time of Report – 17:30

Northeast Region    

There were no new wildland fires confirmed in the Northeast Region by late afternoon on Tuesday, May 28. Two wildland fires remain active in the region.

Of note:

• The status of North Bay 5 (NOR005) remains as “being held” and its size as 106 hectares. This fire is located about three kilometres southeast of Cobalt.

The fire hazard is generally low across the Northeast Region with moderate fire hazard between Sault Ste. Marie, Espanola and Timmins. One small section of the region located west of Highway 144 is maintaining a high fire hazard.

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 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 (formerly Twitter) in English and French: @ONforestfires and @ONfeudeforet. For more information about the current wildland fire situation, visit www.ontario.ca/forestfire.