Ontario Wildfire Update: Rain Slows Red Lake 99, New Fires Reported in Northwest and Northeast
Ontario’s wildfire season remains active, with dozens of blazes burning across the province. While recent rainfall has eased fire activity in some areas, crews are still tackling significant incidents, including the massive Red Lake 99 in the Northwest Region.
Northwest Region: 61 Active Fires
As of the latest update from Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES), officials have confirmed two new wildfires in the Northwest.
- Kenora 58 (KEN058): A 0.1-hectare fire on a remote island southwest of Tide Lake Provincial Park. Now under control.
- Kenora 59 (KEN059): One hectare in size, burning west of Highway 71 near Newman and Andy Lakes. Not under control, with waterbombers and helicopters already responding.
Current Status:
- 7 not under control
- 2 being held
- 7 under control
- 42 being observed
The fire hazard ranges from low to extreme. Most areas are now low to moderate thanks to recent rainfall, but some pockets remain at high hazard where less rain fell.
Fire of Note – Red Lake 99
- Location: Northeast of Poplar Hill
- Size: 30,602 hectares
- Status: Not under contro
- Update: Significant rainfall has slowed fire activity. Crews are focusing on suppression targets with helicopter support to cool hotspots and reduce spread. The fire remains a concern for remote communities in the Red Lake District.
Northeast Region: 16 Active Fires
Over the past two days, officials have confirmed six new wildfires in the Northeast.
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- Sudbury 27: Out. Located near Highway 69 and Clear Lake.
- Haliburton 18: Four hectares, southeast of Copeway Lake. Not under control.
- Haliburton 19: Five hectares, west of Highway 49. Not under control.
- Haliburton 17: 1.6 hectares, near Fishog Lake.
- Sudbury 26: Out. Near St. Cloud Road.
- Timmins 6: One hectare, near Woods Road.
Current Status:
- 3 not under control
- 2 being held
- 11 being observed
The fire hazard ranges from low to high, with extreme hazard in Haliburton, Bancroft, Kawartha Highlands, and southern areas of the region.
Safety Reminder – No Drone Zone
Ontario officials are reminding the public not to fly drones near active wildfires, as unauthorized drones can ground firefighting aircraft and endanger pilots and crews. The rule is simple: If you fly, they can’t.
How to Report a Wildfire
- North of French & Mattawa Rivers: Call 310-FIRE (no area code)
- South of French & Mattawa Rivers: Call 9-1-1
For real-time updates, see Ontario’s Interactive Fire Map.
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- https://www.orilliamatters.com/local-news/six-new-wildfires-confirmed-in-northeast-region-over-two-days-11056326
- https://www.netnewsledger.com/2025/08/10/northwest-ontario-wildfire-update-august-9-2025
- https://www.overheretoronto.com/toronto-among-the-most-polluted-cities-as-wildfire-smoke-triggers-air-quality-alert
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