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(1/2)🔵 HAY RIVER UPDATE🔵: The situation continues to change rapidly, but has taken a turn in our favour. Thanks to some lake effect pushing the fire onto itself, the column is going straight up and has stalled approximately 10km from the community.
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(1/3)🔴 HAY RIVER UPDATE🔴 : The situation has changed quickly. Strong winds have blown the fire within 10 km of the community. It is anticipated the fire will reach Hay River this evening.
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Inuvik Update (EV014): August 18, 11am
THE EVACUATION NOTIFICATION FOR INUVIK HAS BEEN LIFTED.
There is no longer any threat to Inuvik from EV014 as the only remaining active area is in the northern part of the fire.
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(2/2)🔵 HAY RIVER UPDATE🔵: Air support continues along the highway and crews are in the air and monitoring the situation closely.
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(2/3)Crews that were in the path of the fire are pulling off for their own safety and are re-positioning to assist in other areas. A Quick Strike team from Alberta has been deployed, and they are laying fire retardant down to try to stop the spread.
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(1/4)We regret to share the tragic news that a firefighter from Fort Liard has passed away from an injury sustained while fighting a wildfire in the Fort Liard District Saturday afternoon.
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(3/3) Sprinklers and structure protections are in place and turned on, other operations will continue work when conditions allow.
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HAY RIVER/KAKISA (SS052) UPDATE AUGUST 18, 12.15PMA really positive day yesterday and overnight. All patients and long term care residents are out of the community, and Health is working on a list of locations that persons have been taken to. (1/8)
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(1/7)South Slave Update, August 15 3pm
Current conditions: Rain arrived last night, creating a bit of breathing room for our crews. Thanks to the rain, fire did not reach Fort Smith or Hay River. Fire is not expected to reach either community today.
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CRITICAL UPDATE – BEHCHOKO/YELLOWKNIFE WILDIFRE (ZF015) – JULY 25, 8:30PMAfter taking an extraordinary run driven by winds reaching up to 50km/h, the wildfire has breached the Behchoko Access Road at Frank Channel. This puts the fire in extremely close proximity to (1/7)
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(3/4)Fire has come within 20km of Yellowknife, and the City of Yellowknife has issued an Evacuation Alert for Kam Lake, Grace Lake and the Engle Business District. Residents are urged to remain calm and follow the instructions of the City and GNWT.
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YELLOWKNIFE WILDFIRE (ZF079), August 2, 2023 10am: This fire has been declared under control. The highway remains open and there is no threat to Yellowknife. Good work crews!
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(4/5)Fire is predicted to reach Fort Smith by tonight. Crews have worked and are still working to establish structure protection on critical infrastructure. All agencies will keep a complement of critical resources that will continue to protect the community.
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(4/4)Although highways may be open, remember that can change very quickly. Big River in Fort Providence will be open on fixed hours to gas up. As Hay River access is closed, the next available place for gas is Meander River, 71 kms out of Hay River for those leaving Yellowknife.
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(2/4)Weather was on our side in the South Slave, with rain keeping the fires from reaching Hay River and Fort Smith and giving our crews a chance to further protect the communities.
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A big thanks to our brave NWT firefighters helping out with the wildfires in northern Alberta. Pictured here are crews from Fort Resolution, Hay River, Fort Smith, Yellowknife and Behchoko.
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#abwildfire
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The NWT is experiencing an extra-ordinary fire season. If you've taken S-131 training in the last 2 years or completed our training for women and non-binary folks, please call your local ECC regional office to sign up if you would like to help.
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UPDATE: Kátł'odeeche First Nation/Hay River Fire (May 26, 9:00am): Because of tireless efforts from the 150-strong group of people fighting this fire, this wildfire is now classified as Being Held. (1/12)
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(4/5)Evacuation Order: Fort Smith and surrounding area, Jean Marie River, Hay River, K’atlodeeche First Nation, Enterprise, North Prosperous Lake; North Prelude Lake and all of River Lake are under an Evacuation Order. This means you are in danger and must leave now.
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(1/5)WILDFIRE UPDATE – August 13, 2023, 6.30pm : Evac orders and alerts for multiple communities across the territory. Extreme wind conditions are increasing fire activity and smoke and impacting highways.
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(3/6)South Slave: Fort Smith has issued an Evacuation Order. Citizens are directed to remain calm and leave the area within the next 8 hours. Evacuees who do not have their own accommodations, please proceed to the Hay River Community Recreation Centre
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(1/4)WILDFIRE UPDATE – August 15, 2023: Another tough day. The situation is evolving quickly. Get the full update and fire danger in your area:
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#ThrowbackThursday
: We're so proud of everyone who came out to the emergency firefighter training for women and non-binary folks, so here are some pics to celebrate folks now in the wings ready to keep our communities safer.
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WILDFIRE UPDATE: September 16, 2023 : One new fire in the Sahtu since last update. This natural caused fire is approximately 194 hectares in size and is located 3km east of Tulita. Crews and aircraft continue to work on this fire. There is no threat to the community. (1/4)
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CABIN/HOME OWNERS/USERS - KM 276-290 ON HIGHWAY 3: After reconnaissance flights, we are advising those who are in the area to LEAVE YOUR PROPERTIES IMMEDIATELY FOR YOUR SAFETY.We have determined it is probable wildfire ZF015 between Behchoko and Yellowknife will reach (1/6)
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UPDATE: Kátł'odeeche First Nation/Hay River Fire (May 22, 8:00pm): This fire remains out of control and was last mapped today at 3209 Ha. There remains no fire in the Town of Hay River.
Today, winds from the north were strong, but the team held their lines and continued (1/7)
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Behchokǫ̀/Yellowknife Fire (ZF015) – July 26 (9:00am): There remains a great deal of uncertainty as the team pulled back as the fire blew up and approached the community – and responders had to get out for safety reasons. Here is what we know, and what we’re doing this (1/9)
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WILDFIRE UPDATE: August 26, 2023 – One new lightning caused fire in the South Slave today It is approximately 62km northeast of Enterprise and an estimated 190 Hectares. It is currently being monitored. No threat to cabins, communities or infrastructure at this time. (1/3)
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(1/2) WILDFIRE UPDATE – August 4, 2023: No new fires today.
⚠️Strong winds expected today, and into the evening, resulting in smoky conditions throughout the territory.
⚠️Wildfires in the territory means highways could close with little to no notice. For the most up to date
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(1/5) UPDATE: Kátł'odeeche First Nation/Hay River Fire (12:35am) This fire is highly likely to have breached the Kátł'odeeche First Nation Reserve and has jumped the river to the west in Hay River. Reports from community that fire has spread to Vale Island near the graveyard.
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(2/3)What is being done: Yesterday fire activity increased with increase smoke visible. With strong winds tree fall became a safety concern and crews had to pull back for their own protection.
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(3/7)Around Fort Smith, NWTFIRE crews continue to work in coordination with Alberta and Parks Canada to action the fires and with the Town of Fort Smith with sprinkler set-up. Today they are working on dozer lines at numerous parts of the fire, prepping guards
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(1/10)UPDATE: Kátł'odeeche First Nation/Hay River Fire (May 19, 1130am): This fire remains out of control and was last estimated at approximately 2937 Ha.
Helicopters and airtankers were successful in reinforcing the dozer lines which were breached yesterday after tireless work
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DID YOU KNOW: Managing wildfires relies on more than just our excellent fire crews. Dispatchers, admin staff, finance experts, safety officers, airtanker crews, communications experts and a ton of others ensure our wildfire program is safe, effective and well-managed.
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It has grown to roughly 6 hectares Airtankers completed several drops through the late evening yesterday to reduce fire intensity and growth potential. There is potential this fire could grow to the north and east under expected heavy winds from the southwest tomorrow. (2/3)
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WILDFIRE UPDATE: August 25, 2023 – No new fires in the territory today. Record heat and dry conditions continue in many parts of the territory. Smoke continues to be visible due to fires in the area. (1/4)
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(3/3) Today, they’re back on the fire, continuing to make progress. Two helicopters and multiple crews continue to action this fire.
What you should do: Follow the guidance provided by GNWT .
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UPDATE – SAMBAA K’E WILDFIRE (FS001-23), JUNE 8, 8:00pm: This fire is not under control. It was last estimated at 265, 000 Ha burned within the Northwest Territories.
It remains an estimated 10km away from the edge of Sambaa K’e at its closest points. (1/17)
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(5/5)They will be staged outside of Fort Smith and at Fort Chipewyan. These personnel, aircraft, and equipment will be used to support ignition operations, structural protection, and containment.
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Crews will also be confirming that the fire measures in place in Kakisa are still working. 100 military personnel will be flying in today along with 100 arriving by road to assist. WHAT YOU SHOULD DO: Follow the guidance provided by GNWT or visit (7/8)
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UPDATE: Kátł'odeeche First Nation/Hay River Fire (May 28, 9:00am): This wildfire continues to be classified as Being Held. (1/11)
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Les avions-citernes sont essentiels pour combattre les
#feuxdefor
êt. Nos avions sont dispersés dans des bases établies partout aux TNO pour appuyer à volonté la lutte contre les feux de forêt et aider les équipes au sol à les contrôler lorsque nécessaire.
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(1/5)Inuvik Update (EV014): August 13, 12pm
Current situation: The fire has shown little growth overnight and remains 12km from Inuvik. The Evacuation Notice remains in place and has not been escalated. Yesterday’s suppression operations on the southwest flank were successful
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(1/4)WILDFIRE UPDATE – July 16, 2023: A tragic day in the Dehcho as family, friends. Wildfire crews and community members mourn the loss of one of their own. Smoky conditions makes visibility poor in the Dehcho, South Slave and Sahtu.
Full update:
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NWT WILDFIRE UPDATE – MAY 9, 2024: No new fires today.
➡️FS002 (southwest of Fort Liard): Fire activity picked up significantly yesterday on this overwinter fire yesterday. 1/3
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WILDFIRE UPDATE: August 30, 2023 – No new fires in the territory today. South Slave : Crews continue VARS protection on SS046 today. Dehcho : Poor visibility continues, making it difficult for aircraft to get off the ground. (1/3)
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(7/8)Beaufort Delta: Four fires crews are actioning the fire outside of Inuvik, with heavy equipment developing a fire guard to protect the community and helicopters bucketing. Weather is on our side
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(1/5)Kátł'odeeche First Nation Reserve Fire Update: This morning, a suspected person-caused fire was confirmed near Portage Beach.
It has grown from 1 hectare at discovery to 15 hectares in size at last assessment and is within 2 kilometres of the Reserve.
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WILDFIRES VISIBLE FROM COMMUNITIES/ROADS – July 9, 2023: Several fires are highly visible, causing concern for people. Here’s a rundown on the ones we’re hearing most about online and via our information line. Remember: if you are concerned, (1/12)
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(2/5)Evacuation Notice: Inuvik is under an Evacuation Notice. This means that residents need to be aware of an increased risk to the community due to wildfire in the area, and to be prepared.
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WILDFIRE UPDATE: August 24, 2023. 2 new lightning caused fires in the North Slave today. ZF098 is currently 274 hectares in size and is located approximately 87km NW from Gameti, and 63km east of the Sahtu border. ZF099 is currently 240 hectares in size, (1/5)
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WILDFIRE UPDATE: August 31, 2023 – No new fires in the territory today. High winds are anticipated to accelerate fires along Highway 1 over the coming days. It is anticipated that Highway 1 will close to all traffic from Friday, September 1, to Sunday, September 3. (1/4)
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(4/5)What happens next: Smoke will continue to impact visibility as the fire is creeping through the lichen, but cooler weather and the potential for rain should help crews.
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(3/3)The NWT is experiencing an extra-ordinary fire season. If you've taken S-131 training in the last 2 years or completed our training for women and non-binary folks, please call your local ECC regional office to sign up if you would like to help.
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(2/4) Our thoughts are with his family, friends, colleagues and community. We share your deep sorrow at this loss. We send our deepest condolences to all those affected by this tragedy, including wildfire personnel who are committed to
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#WildfireWednesdays
: Unlike us, fire moves faster uphill than down. If your place is at the top of a hill with a lot of bush nearby, fire can move fast when it comes. That means higher risk. Get
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now to reduce your risk. Tips:
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Hay River Fire completed fire smarting and sprinkler lines in Delancy. WHAT HAPPENS NEXT: Heavy equipment will be focusing on tightlining the fire on the west side closer to Kakisa. (6/8)
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Big shout out to the incident management team and fire crews in the
#BeaufortDelta
- who brought the 10-fire Sunny Lake Complex near Fort McPherson under control last week. Because of them, everyone's a little safer.
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UPDATE – SAMBAA K’E WILDFIRE (FS001-23), JUNE 12, 1:00pm: This fire is not under control. It was last estimated at 265,000 Ha burned within the Northwest Territories.
Upon reassessment, (1/16)
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(1/3)WILDFIRE UPDATE – July 29, 2023: The North Slave and Dehcho are at risk for lightning this weekend, but rain may bring improved visibility where crews need it.
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(1/2) WILDFIRE UPDATE – July 30, 2023: Lightning and smoke across much of the territory. Fires are visible, and aircraft is moving around a lot of communities. All of this might cause concern, but there is no reason to panic: at this time, no communities are in danger.
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(1/3) WILDFIRE UPDATE – July 17, 2023: Smoky conditions continue across most of the territory, with visibility hampering crews in the South Slave, North Slave, Dehcho and Sahtu.
➡️No communities or highways are currently at risk.
Full update:
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The Incident Management Team continues to action the fire on the ground and in the air at every opportunity to protect structures and prevent growth towards Behchoko.
WHAT TO EXPECT TOMORROW
More favourable winds from the south should slow the fire’s growth. (5/6)
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(9/9)Beaufort Delta: While the fire is not expected to reach the community overnight, residents are advised to gather important documents, pet supplies, medications and other necessities out of an abundance of caution.
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(1/5)Kátł'odeeche First Nation/Hay River Fire (May 17, 4:00pm): This fire remains out of control and was last estimated @ 1782 Ha. Extremely hot, dry weather led to greater fire activity with rising intensity, heavy smoke and ash pushed by easterly winds towards the communities.
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Due to rising fire danger, a fire ban is in effect for the South Slave on all public + private land through July 28. It may be extended. For more information visit:
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(6/6)SAHTU: Smoke is making visibility a problem for both aircraft and jet boats today. Sprinklers have been deployed to all cabins in the area around Tulita endangered by VQ006 and VQ009.
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UPDATE: Kátł'odeeche First Nation/Hay River Fire (May 27, 9:00am): This wildfire continues to be classified as Being Held.
Yesterdays accomplishments
•Held fire on east side within control lines under hot, dry, windy conditions. (1/14)
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(6/8)NORTH SLAVE: More new fires caused by lightning, including another new one outside Yellowknife. There is no cause for concern, as crews are on the scene.
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UPDATE – SAMBAA K’E WILDFIRE (FS001-23), JUNE 3, 1:30pm: This fire is not under control. It has grown considerably, but there is uncertainty as to how much.
Extreme smoke and visibility issues have meant we have not been able to fly and assess the fire. (1/11)
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Behchokǫ̀/Yellowknife Fire (ZF015) – July 26 (9:15pm): This fire is out of control. It is estimated at over 100,000 hectares based on satellite detection. ➡️Distance from landmarks✅
Behchokǫ̀ (Rae) – community breached
✅Frank Channel – breached
✅Behchokǫ̀ (Edzo) – 3km (1/11)
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cabins or infrastructure. Above seasonal temperatures continue, with dry conditions persisting throughout the majority of the territory.Smoky conditions continue through many parts of the territory, including near highways. Please drive with caution. (2/3)
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Inuvik Update (EV014): August 18, 11am
Current conditions: The southern area of the fire closest to Inuvik has had very little activity throughout yesterday and overnight. Rain overnight and continued chance of showers today have limited fire activity.
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WILDFIRE UPDATE – June 7, 2023: No new fires today. 2 declared out in the South Slave after some good work from our teams.
➡️ Sambaa K’e fire (FS001): the latest information is up to date here: . Updates are being (1/4)
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2/6 Crews will be travelling by boat to continue their efforts to contain the fire and prevent spread to the east side of the river.
FS004: This overwinter fire between the Fort Providence Junction and Highway 7 Junction continues to burn on both sides of Highway 1 ...
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(4/6)NORTH SLAVE: A new fire has sprung up by km marker 316, between Yellowknife and Behchoko. A crew is actioning the fire with helicopter and tankers. Work continues on the fire by the Ingraham Trail, with crews being challenged by high winds.
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(1/4) WILDFIRE UPDATE – August 6, 2023 : One new fire in the Dehcho today.This lighning caused fire is an estimated 50 hectares in size and is located roughly 100km northeast of Wrigley. It is currently being monitored and there is no risk to the community at this time.
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UPDATE – SAMBAA K’E WILDFIRE (FS001-23), JUNE 5, 8:00pm: This fire is not under control. It was estimated today at 249,077 Ha burned within the Northwest Territories. (1/10)
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WILDFIRES OF CONCERN: DEHCHO: Visibility continues to be a problem for FS011, burning about 20km from Nahanni Butte. Although it may be visible, there is no threat to the community at this time.
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(1/2)WILDFIRE UPDATE – July 18, 2023: Norman Wells has some of the worst air quality in the country. The department of health and social services has issued a wildfire smoke advisory stays in effect for the Dehcho, South Slave, North Slave and Sahtu.
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WILDFIRE UPDATE: September 17, 2023 : One new fire in the South Slave since last update. This lightning caused fire is approximately 80 hectares in size and is located 27km norht of Fort Providence and 20kmwest of Highway 3 at marker 70. There is no threat to communities, (1/3)
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UPDATE – SAMBAA K’E WILDFIRE (FS001-23), JUNE 6, 7:30pm: This fire is not under control. It was last estimated yesterday at 249,077 Ha burned within the Northwest Territories.
It remains an estimated 10km away from the edge of Sambaa K’e at its closest points.
Our team (1/11)
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