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CTV News
28-05-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
Another portion of the Whiteshell to reopen on Thursday
More Manitobans will be able to return to the Whiteshell as the province said suppression efforts are working on one of the fires in the area. Fire EA63, which is also burning in parts of northwestern Ontario, is considered out of control still, but the province said the fire is holding. With that, the province has decided to reopen more of the provincial park. Starting at 9 a.m. on Thursday, people can return to Brereton, Red Rock, White and Jessica lakes. As well, the subdivisions in Star and Hunt lakes, blocks four, nine and 10 in Caddy Lake and the west and south shore subdivisions in West Hawk Lake will be accessible. Some campgrounds are also going to start to reopen on May 30 at 4 p.m. These include Otter Falls, Dorothy Lake, Opapiskaw, Nutimik Lake, Betula Lake, Falcon Beach, Falcon Lakeshore, and Toniata. Then on June 5, Big Whiteshell, Brereton, Caddy, West Hawk and White lakes campgrounds can open. However, the province did say those openings may be delayed depending on how the fire evolves. There are still some areas that are staying closed due to the fire, including Crowduck Lake, Big Whiteshell Lake, blocks one, two and five through eight at Caddy Lake, Island Block, Green Bay Resort and the boat launch in block four, West Hawk Lake – McDougall's Landing, Big Island Landing, Indian Bay, Florence Lake, Nora Lake, and Ophir Siding. 'As the fire remains out of control, those returning to reopened areas are advised to be prepared to evacuate again with little notice,' the province said in its latest bulletin. 'Manitoba Parks recognizes many Whiteshell residents, business owners, cottagers and campers are frustrated about the closures, but fire EA63 is challenging suppression efforts as it continues to burn into the Mantario wilderness zone and has increased in size, with numerous hotspots and flareups being pushed by variable winds, hot temperatures and dry conditions.' The other fire in the area, EA61, burning in Nopiming Provincial Park, is still out of control, the province said, and work is currently being focused on the areas around Bird and Long lakes. Some campgrounds will be closed until at least June 12, while other spots in the park are going to be closed for the rest of the season.
CBC
19-05-2025
- CBC
N.L. campers celebrate the unofficial start of summer
The Victoria Day long weekend marks the unofficial start of summer across Newfoundland and Labrador. As the CBC's Troy Turner reports, the province's campgrounds are filling up with seasonal visitors.
CBC
17-05-2025
- Business
- CBC
Wildfires force closure of 2 campgrounds in Narrow Hills Provincial Park
Closures will impact businesses that rely on summer tourism Two popular campgrounds in northern Saskatchewan will remain closed for the entire 2025 season after sustaining significant damage from wildfires. Saskatchewan Parks confirmed Tuesday that the Gem Lakes and Lost Echo campgrounds in Narrow Hills Provincial Park will not reopen this year. The park, located about 130 kilometres northeast of Prince Albert, was the site of an aggressive wildfire that grew to nearly 15,000 hectares at its peak. "It's still high risk," said Paul Johnson, assistant deputy minister with Saskatchewan Parks. "There still are fires burning in and around the park with lots of smoke. … It's still a difficult situation up and around Narrow Hills Provincial Park." While the rest of the park remains closed for now, officials say areas outside of the damaged campgrounds may reopen in a few weeks if conditions improve. Business owners hit hard The closure is a major blow to local businesses that rely on summer tourism. Shelly Lawrence, who owns Rainbow Lodge on nearby Piprell Lake, was forced to leave last Thursday. "It's already impacted our business quite a bit with having to cancel prior to the May long weekend," she said. "It's a huge loss for us." The Gem Lakes are a popular destination in Narrow Hills. Known for their hiking trails and camping, they attract thousands of visitors each summer. Image | Rainbow lodge Caption: Shelly Lawrence, owner of Rainbow Lodge, says the closure of the campgrounds will impact her business. (Submitted by Shelly Lawrence) Open Image in New Tab The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency is asking people to stay away from the area, even as the immediate fire risk decreases. Officials say burned trees could fall without warning and the forest needs time to recover. Narrow Hills is one of several regions across the province facing wildfire challenges as warm, dry conditions continue. Fire bans remain in effect in many areas. Lawrence said that while she waits and hopes for a clear solution, she appreciates the work being done by firefighters. "Can't expect any more out of those workers," Lawrence said. "They're underpaid to risk their lives."
CBC
15-05-2025
- Climate
- CBC
Whiteshell communities evacuated as Ingolf wildfire continues to grow
A number of communities and campgrounds in eastern Manitoba's Whiteshell region have been evacuated amid concerns about a wildfire in Ingolf, Ont., that has doubled in size in the last 24 hours to about 20,000 hectares and could spread across the border.
CBC
14-05-2025
- CBC
Wildfires force closure of 2 campgrounds in Narrow Hills Provincial Park
Social Sharing Two popular campgrounds in northern Saskatchewan will remain closed for the entire 2025 season after sustaining significant damage from wildfires. Saskatchewan Parks confirmed Tuesday that the Gem Lakes and Lost Echo campgrounds in Narrow Hills Provincial Park will not reopen this year. The park, located about 130 kilometres northeast of Prince Albert, was the site of an aggressive wildfire that grew to nearly 15,000 hectares at its peak. "It's still high risk," said Paul Johnson, assistant deputy minister with Saskatchewan Parks. "There still are fires burning in and around the park with lots of smoke. … It's still a difficult situation up and around Narrow Hills Provincial Park." While the rest of the park remains closed for now, officials say areas outside of the damaged campgrounds may reopen in a few weeks if conditions improve. Business owners hit hard The closure is a major blow to local businesses that rely on summer tourism. Shelly Lawrence, who owns Rainbow Lodge on nearby Piprell Lake, was forced to leave last Thursday. Wildfires close 2 northern Sask. campgrounds for the summer 44 minutes ago Duration 2:35 "It's already impacted our business quite a bit with having to cancel prior to the May long weekend," she said. "It's a huge loss for us." The Gem Lakes are a popular destination in Narrow Hills. Known for their hiking trails and camping, they attract thousands of visitors each summer. The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency is asking people to stay away from the area, even as the immediate fire risk decreases. Officials say burned trees could fall without warning and the forest needs time to recover. Narrow Hills is one of several regions across the province facing wildfire challenges as warm, dry conditions continue. Fire bans remain in effect in many areas. Lawrence said that while she waits and hopes for a clear solution, she appreciates the work being done by firefighters.
