There are currently 15 forest fires burning in Northwestern Ontario, however none of them are posing a risk to people or property. There were 3 new fires reported over the weekend...one each in the Thunder Bay, Dryden and Sioux Lookout districts. With the chance of storms over the region today, there is a possibility a few lightning-caused fires could occur in areas where little rain has fallen. Monday, August 19, 2013
MNR Crews Deal With Fires
There are currently 15 forest fires burning in Northwestern Ontario, however none of them are posing a risk to people or property. There were 3 new fires reported over the weekend...one each in the Thunder Bay, Dryden and Sioux Lookout districts. With the chance of storms over the region today, there is a possibility a few lightning-caused fires could occur in areas where little rain has fallen. 