Saturday forest fire situation update

NEWS RELEASE

MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES

**************************** There were no new fires confirmed on May 7. 

There is one active fire in the region. 

Sudbury 23 is under control and there are no problems anticipated.

The fire hazard is low in the East Fire Region.

Residents or cottagers conducting spring clean up should consider composting or chipping instead of burning.

Always remember to contact your local fire department or municipal office before burning.

Residents are reminded that if found responsible for a forest fire, they can be charged under the Forest Fires Prevention Act and/or be liable for the costs of suppressing the fire. 

This cost can easily run into the tens of thousands of dollars.

So far this year in the East Fire Region, there have been 82 fires burning 345 hectares.

Be FireSmart, click here for more information on how to prevent forest fires.

310-FIRE (3473) is the new, toll-free emergency forest fire reporting 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.

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