NEWS RELEASE
MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES
************************* Forest fire situation update - East Fire Region
There have been no new fires in the East Fire Region since April 9.
The hazard is going to increase throughout the region over the next few days because of warm and dry weather.
310-FIRE (3473) is the new, toll-free emergency forest fire phone number across northern Ontario.
Early detection and reporting are essential to quickly managing forest fires.
Having one number will make it easier and more efficient for Ontarians to report forest fire emergencies.
The number will operate north of the French and Mattawa Rivers.
For more information on this new number visit the Ministry of Natural Resources Newsroom.
Regardless of the fire hazard, always be FireSmart – For more information on how to be FireSmart, visit here. *************************
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