'It's very scary': Fast-moving forest fire forces Fort Albany First ...
WEBJun 21, 2023 · A fly-in First Nation on Ontario's James Bay Coast has been forced to quickly evacuate with a fast-spreading forest fire less than two kilometres away.
Hundreds evacuated in Far North First Nation as forest fires rage
WEBJun 22, 2023 · A fire near Fort Albany First Nation in the Far North forced the evacuation of hundreds of people Wednesday. They’re seeking refuge in neighbouring communities, but officials say the pressure...
Wildfire Update: Northeast Fire Region – June 25, 2024
WEBAs of 18:20 on June 25, no new wildland fires have been confirmed in the Northeast Fire Region. There are currently three active wildland fires in the region: Cochrane 11 (COC011): Size: 3000 hectares. Location: 112 km southwest of …
Moosonee-area fire about 3,000 hectares, not under control: MNRF
WEBJun 25, 2024 · Cochrane 11 (COC011) was remapped this afternoon and is now 3,000 hectares. This fire is located about 112 kilometres southwest of Moosonee along the Abitibi River, and its status is not yet under control; however, crews are seeing low fire activity and there are no concerns to impacts on infrastructure at this time.
Wildfire on Moosomin First Nation engulfs 7,000 acres and counting
WEBMay 4, 2023 · A large wildfire in Moosomin and Saulteaux First Nations has the bands on edge. The fire has so far destroyed 7,000 acres of land.
One new wildfire confirmed despite mostly low-risk conditions
WEBJun 26, 2024 · Despite a low risk for most of the Northeast Region, there was one new wildland fire confirmed by early evening Wednesday, June 26, according to a news release from the Aviation, Forest Fire...
Photos: Moosomin FN fire causes elders to be evacuated
WEBMay 5, 2023 · MOOSOMIN FIRST NATION — There are currently three fires happening in the west, northeast and east areas of Moosomin First Nation. The northeast fire is eight km long, says Sheldon Fox, communications co-ordinator for Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs, which is helping out on the First Nation.
One new wildfire reported Friday is being observed
WEBSep 8, 2023 · In a news release, Aviation Forest Fire and Emergency Services says Cochrane 48, a 200 hectare fire about 106 kilometers west of Moosonee, is being observed. There's also one wildland fire of note in the region.
UPDATE: Wild Fire near Moosomin, threatens First Nation
WEBMay 4, 2023 · Fire crews from Prince Albert and North Battleford are assisting the Moosomin First Nation in extinguishing a wildfire that was threatening that community. Firefighters have for three days, attempted to gain control of the blaze.
‘High severity’ wildfires causing issues in the Moosomin ... - paNOW
WEBMay 3, 2023 · Wildfires are currently active in the Moosomin First Nation and Saulteaux First Nation areas. Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs (BATC) said in a media release today, that urgent suppression is needed.
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