Fewer Fires This Year
There were fewer wildland fires this season in Ontario’s Fire Region, compared to last year.
Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES) says 480 wildland fires were confirmed between April 1 and October 31.
That’s down 261 from last year.
It’s also 214 fewer than the ten-year average.
Just over 89,841 hectares were burned this season.
According to the Ministry of Natural Resources’ Forest Fire Information Map, the North Bay District saw 27 wildland fires this season, with about 117 hectares burned.
One fire accounted for 106 hectares.
It was the fifth blaze of the season in the region, which started May 23, just south of Cobalt.
Our district stretches from south of Burk’s Falls to Temiskaming Shores, and from West Nipissing to east of Mattawa.
AFFES is encouraging the public to make efforts to ‘Fire Smart’ their homes and properties for spring by maintaining gutters and rooftops and keeping decks and yards clear of leaves and woody debris.
The agency also says while provincial outdoor burning regulations are no longer in effect (as of Oct. 31), residents within municipal boundaries should check with their local fire department for burning restrictions or permitting requirements.
Ontario’s fire region covers most of the province, from parts of Central and Eastern Ontario to the Manitoba border.
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