forestfire

It’s been a busy season for MNR firefighters.

MNR firefighters have tackled over 120 more forest fires this year compared to last year.

Fire Information Officer, Robert Woodrich, says they’ve burned over 500 hectares of land so far.

“In Timmine, the MNRF has detected six fires, burning a total of 11.3 hectares.”

“No new fires have been detected in the region but the latest, Timmins 3, is being declared out. The forest fire hazard is ranging from low to high across the region.”

Woodrich is also reminding you to bring chipping, composting, leaves, or brush to a landfill and not burning them. He says winds are usually higher and it can spread the fire faster.