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CTV News
3 hours ago
- Climate
- CTV News
Lightning sparks more wildfires, evacuations in Saskatchewan with active blazes now up to 65
The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) says there has been a significant increase in the number of active wildfires in the past week, triggering more evacuations. As of Wednesday afternoon, the SPSA says 65 active wildfires are burning in the province with 20 considered not contained. When a provincial state of emergency expired on Friday, there were 26 active wildfires reported by the SPSA. 'The storms that brought cooler weather also brought significant lightning with them and as that area dried out, we have started to [see] more wildfires primarily on the western half of the province,' SPSA vice president of operations Steve Roberts said on Wednesday afternoon. Roberts said the most prominent of the new fires reported over the weekend is the 'Muskeg' fire that is north of the La Plonge First Nation and the community of Beauval. 'Current size is listed at over 8,000 hectares, we have firefighting crews, helicopters, air taker support and heavy equipment on that fire. We are seeing the closures of Highways 918 and 165 due to the proximity of that fire,' Roberts said. Evacuations have also been triggered for the Bear Creek Resort subdivision, Lac la Plonge subdivision and La Plonge First Nation, according to SPSA president and fire commissioner Marlo Pritchard. 'We also are aware that there are other communities in the area that are considering evacuations and are monitoring the situation,' Pritchard said. 'We are reminding residents that they can call 1-855-559-5502 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. for assistance,' he added. According to Pritchard, 45 individuals from Bear Creek Resort subdivision evacuated, with 18 being supported by the SPSA, evacuees from Lac la Plonge subdivision came from cabins and are not being supported by the SPSA and around 140 people being supported by Meadow Lake Tribal Council evacuated from La Plonge First Nation. Other significant wildfires continue to be the 'Shoe' fire near Lower Fishing Lake that is currently 554,000 hectares and the 'Pisew' fire west of La Ronge that is now listed at 185,000 hectares, according to Roberts. Roberts said crews are continuing to do containment work on both blazes and both fires are not currently threatening communities. The 'Wolf' fire west of Denare Beach is currently 161,000 hectares but continues to be stable as of late, according to Roberts. However, the 'Santo' fire reported June 2 that Roberts says is about 20,000 hectares is in the proximity of Pinehouse, northwest of La Ronge. 'Currently crews are working on that fire, but it does have some values, Highway 914, Highway 910 and some SaskPower infrastructure, but we have support on that for crews,' Roberts said. The 'Ditch02' fire in the Weyakwin area also remains not contained, according to Roberts, and is 183,000 hectares. However, most of the fire activity is in the far north near Highway 165, Roberts said. Pritchard said that people who may be facing evacuation should reach out to their community leaders to get informed about steps that may need to be taken. Pritchard also said that a state of emergency will not be activated at this time but said the situation can and will change each day.
CBC
3 days ago
- Politics
- CBC
Saskatchewan's provincewide state of emergency expires as wildfire crisis recedes
Saskatchewan's provincewide wildfire state of emergency has expired 30 days after it was issued. Officials with the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency say the order expired late on Thursday and that going forward, they will only provide updates as necessary, rather than every day. They say people can also stay up to date through the agency's online dashboards. There are 20 active wildfires in Saskatchewan, including two that have not been contained. Premier Scott Moe put the order in place on May 29 in response to the wildfire emergency that, at its peak, forced more than 10,000 people from their homes. Moe's government faced criticism for the province's response due to almost half of its water bombers being grounded, and for not providing immediate food, shelter and basic information to evacuees.
Global News
5 days ago
- Climate
- Global News
Saskatchewan wildfires: Provincial state of emergency expires
See more sharing options Send this page to someone via email Share this item on Twitter Share this item via WhatsApp Share this item on Facebook Saskatchewan's provincewide wildfire state of emergency is no more exactly one month after it was issued. Officials with the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency say the order expired late last night and that going forward, they will only provide updates as necessary, rather than every day. They say people can also stay up to date through the agency's online dashboards. There are 20 active wildfires in Saskatchewan, including two that have not been contained. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Premier Scott Moe put the order in place on May 27 in response to the wildfire emergency that, at its peak, forced more than 10,000 people from their homes. Moe's government faced criticism for the province's response due to almost half of its water bombers being grounded, and for not providing immediate food, shelter and basic information to evacuees.
Toronto Sun
5 days ago
- Climate
- Toronto Sun
Saskatchewan's provincewide state of emergency expires after wildfire crisis recedes
Published Jun 27, 2025 • 1 minute read Fire crews near the northern community of Weyakwin, Sask., were doing their best to control wildfires in the area on Saturday, May 31, 2025. Photo by Kayle Neis / Regina Leader-Post REGINA — Saskatchewan's provincewide wildfire state of emergency is no more exactly one month after it was issued. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Officials with the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency say the order expired late last night and that going forward, they will only provide updates as necessary, rather than every day. They say people can also stay up to date through the agency's online dashboards. There are 20 active wildfires in Saskatchewan, including two that have not been contained. Premier Scott Moe put the order in place on May 27 in response to the wildfire emergency that, at its peak, forced more than 10,000 people from their homes. Moe's government faced criticism for the province's response due to almost half of its water bombers being grounded, and for not providing immediate food, shelter and basic information to evacuees. Toronto Raptors News Music Toronto Raptors Canada
CTV News
20-06-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
Saskatchewan to provide wildfire update
Live Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency officials provide an update on the province's wildfire response. Watch LIVE here.
