Monday, June 22, 2009

Increase in Forest Fires

Ministry of Natural Resources Fire Crews are keeping an eye on lightning caused fires in the region.

There are currently 28 active fires in the Northwest.

Many of the lightning caused fires are burning in the far north.

The blazes have been assessed and do not pose a threat to any communities or values.

Area communities may notice smokey conditions depending on the wind direction.

No new fires were reported as of Saturday.