Monday, August 26, 2013

MNR Fire Rangers Heading West

Widespread rain on Saturday has helped put a damper on the forest fire situation in northwestern Ontario.

That has allowed the Ministry of Natural Resources to lend a helping hand to crews in Montana.

Spokesperson Debbie McLean says they are sending 109 staff.

A large group is left from the Dryden Regional Airport today.

Back home the forest fire hazard is low across the northwest region, with 20-active fires burning.