Are there forest fires near Timmins Ontario?
Two new fires discovered in the Northeast region late afternoon on July 10 are both under control, while Timmins 10, burning since July 9, is considered a fire of note and is still uncontrolled. Timmins 11 is under control at 0.1 of a hectare.
Where is the fire in Timmins?
The Timmins 10 forest fire is located southeast of Foleyet. It started yesterday, is about 70 hectares in size and is not under control, according to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry forest fire map. Aerial suppression was used to fight it yesterday afternoon and early evening.
Where is the smoke in Timmins coming from?
Communities in northeastern Ontario are under an air quality statement from Environment Canada because of drifting smoke from forest fires in the northwest. Areas near Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, Timmins, North Bay, Manitoulin Island and Chapleau are under the advisory, which was renewed Wednesday.
Are there fires burning in northern Ontario?
There are currently over 100 active fires burning in northwestern Ontario, forcing evacuees as far south as London until the threat recedes.
Is there a fire ban in Kenora?
Throughout the length of the RFZ, many municipalities enforced their own fire ban including the City of Kenora, which ended their fire ban at 12:00 p.m. yesterday September 1, 2021. The City of Dryden requires anyone wishing to have a fire or burning of any sort to get a burn permit.
What caused Ontario forest fires?
The higher number of fires and larger size this year are the result of extreme drought conditions across most of northern Ontario, where wildfires are sparking easily after lightning strikes, officials said.
Is there a fire ban in Renfrew County 2021?
All of Renfrew County is now under restrictions, meaning no campfires or outdoor burning.
Is there a fire ban in Kenora 2021?
Residents and visitors of the Kenora and Dryden areas can finally enjoy a bonfire to end the night this long weekend. The cooler temperatures, combined with the rain have allowed the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry to lift the Restricted Fire Zone yesterday, September 1, 2021.