Sault Ste. Marie – WILDFIRE REPORT – NETNEWSLEDGER – Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES) has confirmed three new wildland fires in Ontario’s Northeast Region as of 5:40 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
🔥 New Fires Confirmed Today
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Sudbury 10 (SUD010):
A 0.1-hectare fire reported in Grundy Lake Provincial Park, about 1 km east of Gurd Lake. This fire has since been declared out. -
Sudbury 11 (SUD011):
Another 0.1-hectare fire, this one on the west side of Maple Lake. It has also been extinguished. -
Timmins 2 (TIM002):
A 0.1-hectare fire on an island at the north end of Currie Lake remains not under control at this time.
🌡️ Current Wildfire Status in Northeast Region
There are currently three active wildland fires in the Northeast:
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1 fire not under control
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2 fires under control
🔥 Fire Hazard Conditions
The wildland fire hazard is generally low to moderate across much of the Northeast today. However, certain regions are experiencing higher risk:
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Chapleau
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Kirkland Lake
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Englehart
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The corridor from Markstay-Warren south to Parry Sound
Residents and visitors can check their area’s hazard status using the Interactive Fire Map.
🚫 Drone Safety Reminder: “No Drone Zone”
AFFES is reminding the public that flying drones near wildfires is illegal and dangerous. Unauthorized drones can interfere with aerial firefighting operations and put lives at risk.
Stay clear. Stay safe. Respect the No Drone Zone.
🔥 Outdoor Burning Regulations in Effect
As fire crews remain active across the province, residents are asked to exercise extreme caution with any outdoor burning:
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Burn only no earlier than two hours before sunset
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Fires must be extinguished no later than two hours after sunrise
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Always have adequate tools and water on-site to control the fire
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Consider composting or using your local landfill for debris instead
Know the rules: Ontario’s Outdoor Burning Regulations
📞 How to Report a Wildland Fire
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North of the French and Mattawa Rivers: Dial 310-FIRE (no area code)
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South of the French and Mattawa Rivers: Call 9-1-1
Early reporting can make a significant difference in controlling new fire starts.
