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CBC
22-05-2025
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- CBC
Brush fires keep crews busy in Thunder Bay, Ont., as conditions remain dry
Several brush fires west of Thunder Bay broke out late Wednesday afternoon A cluster of brush fires west of Thunder Bay, Ont., kept crews busy on Wednesday afternoon into the evening. Thunder Bay Fire Rescue Platoon Chief Jo Rucchin said in a news release that the department began getting several 911 calls around 3 p.m. ET. People were reporting fires "along the rail line extending from the Thunder Bay Airport area to beyond Twin City Crossroads." "Thunder Bay Fire Rescue immediately deployed multiple pumper crews to respond to the fires, prioritizing the protection of residential properties along the affected corridor," the news release said. "Crews worked swiftly to contain and suppress multiple fire sites stretching from the Airport to Twin City Crossroads." It took five hours to get the fires under control, with Thunder Bay Fire Rescue working with Ministry of Natural Resources crews and the Oliver Paipoonge Fire Department. No homes or buildings were destroyed, according to the news release. Ontario's Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES) said CL415 waterbombers were used to help suppress a fire known as Thunder Bay 9, which was burning south of the airport. 'Fires can get away quickly' One of the brush fires just north of Arthur Street West and 25th Side Road was not far from Sarjeant Propane supply company. "Crews on scene right now are just mopping up," Shane Zimmer, captain with the Oliver Paipoonge Fire Department, told CBC on the site of the fire around 8:30 p.m. ET. "We took a little while to get the whole fire shut down. But it looks like it's pretty much done now." Zimmer said he doesn't know how the fire started, and that it will be investigated. However, he said it's a good reminder to be extremely cautious right now. "Fires can get away quite quickly," he said. All of Oliver Paipoonge township is currently under a fire ban. Road closures and cancellations Late in the afternoon, the Thunder Bay Police Service had advised people to avoid the Oliver Paipoonge municipality as crews responded to a fire between Arthur Street West and Highway 11/17. They were also asking people to avoid Arthur Street West between the 20th Side Road and the Highway 11/17 junction. Thunder City Speedway closed for the evening and rescheduled races for Thursday evening. Meanwhile, several large forest fires remain out of control in northwestern Ontario, with high to extreme conditions in some western parts of the province.
CBC
22-05-2025
- Climate
- CBC
Brush fires keep crews busy in Thunder Bay, Ont., as conditions remain dry
A cluster of brush fires west of Thunder Bay, Ont., kept crews busy on Wednesday afternoon into the evening. Thunder Bay Fire Rescue Platoon Chief Jo Rucchin said in a news release that the department began getting several 911 calls around 3 p.m. ET. People were reporting fires "along the rail line extending from the Thunder Bay Airport area to beyond Twin City Crossroads." "Thunder Bay Fire Rescue immediately deployed multiple pumper crews to respond to the fires, prioritizing the protection of residential properties along the affected corridor," the news release said. "Crews worked swiftly to contain and suppress multiple fire sites stretching from the Airport to Twin City Crossroads." It took five hours to get the fires under control, with Thunder Bay Fire Rescue working with Ministry of Natural Resources crews and the Oliver Paipoonge Fire Department. No homes or buildings were destroyed, according to the news release. Ontario's Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES) said CL415 waterbombers were used to help suppress a fire known as Thunder Bay 9, which was burning south of the airport. 'Fires can get away quickly' One of the brush fires just north of Arthur Street West and 25th Side Road was not far from Sarjeant Propane supply company. "Crews on scene right now are just mopping up," Shane Zimmer, captain with the Oliver Paipoonge Fire Department, told CBC on the site of the fire around 8:30 p.m. ET. "We took a little while to get the whole fire shut down. But it looks like it's pretty much done now." Zimmer said he doesn't know how the fire started, and that it will be investigated. However, he said it's a good reminder to be extremely cautious right now. "Fires can get away quite quickly," he said. All of Oliver Paipoonge township is currently under a fire ban. Road closures and cancellations Late in the afternoon, the Thunder Bay Police Service had advised people to avoid the Oliver Paipoonge municipality as crews responded to a fire between Arthur Street West and Highway 11/17. They were also asking people to avoid Arthur Street West between the 20th Side Road and the Highway 11/17 junction. Thunder City Speedway closed for the evening and rescheduled races for Thursday evening.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Brush fires in Osceola County burn 575 acres, officials say fires at 70% containment
The Brief Two brush fires broke out on Friday in the area of the Lake Lizzie Preserve in Osceola County. The fires have now burned 575 acres and are still only at 70% containment. Authorities said no injuries have been reported, and no structures face an immediate threat. OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. - Two brush fires that broke out on Friday in the area of the Lake Lizzie Preserve in Osceola County have now burned 575 acres and are still only at 70% containment, officials say. Authorities said no injuries have been reported, and no structures face an immediate threat. What we know Osceola County Fire Rescue & EMS, the Florida Forest Service and the St. Cloud Fire Department responded to two brush fires on Friday afternoon in the area near Lake Lizzie. Officials believe the fires were likely started by a lightning strike. However, the cause of the fires is still under investigation. As part of fire containment operations, Florida Forest Service personnel said they conducted controlled back-burning along the fire's containment perimeter to eliminate flammable vegetation and mitigate risk to structures. What's next Personnel are remaining on scene to monitor the conditions of the fires. Crews are continuing to work to get the fires at 100% containment. What you can do Authorities said that although rainy conditions throughout the weekend are expected to aid with the containment and suppression of the fires, residents should expect some smoke and hazy conditions to persist through the coming days due to the humidity. Officials are asking residents to exercise caution when driving, as hazy conditions may present visibility issues on roadways. Locals should call 911 if they see thick chimneys of smoke or flames. Dig deeper Burn bans continue to be in place for many areas throughout Central Florida due to the ongoing dry conditions and wildfire risk. Osceola County instituted a burn ban on April 27. The burn ban prohibits all types of outside burning, including campfires, fire pits, trash burning, ground-based burning and fireworks. Above-ground charcoal, ga, or electric grills are still permitted, but safety precautions must be taken. The ban will be lifted when conditions improve for at least seven consecutive days. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by the Florida Forest Service, the Osceola County Fire Rescue & EMS and the St. Cloud Fire Department.
