11 m. ago Full impact of Manitoba wildfires reflected in hydro outages, Crown corp says

The impact of wildfires in northern Manitoba continues to be felt, with thousands of evacuees still waiting to return home as major hydro repair efforts are underway.

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19 h. ago Volunteerism playing a critical role in fighting Manitoba wildfires

Volunteers have played a critical role in fighting wildfires across Manitoba this season, including in the Whiteshell Provincial Park.

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26 h. ago Deep impacts: Manitoba wildfires could threaten aquatic ecosystems

Experts also say the longer and more intense wildfire seasons could mean longer-lasting impacts on aquatic ecosystems.

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6 d. ago Firefighters make progress against blaze that forced thousands to flee north of Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES — Firefighters in a mountainous area north of Los Angeles made good progress overnight in their battle against a brush fire that has forced thousands of people to evacuate, an official said Friday.  The Canyon Fire ignited Thursday afternoon and spread rapidly in the dry, steep terrain in Ventura and Los Angeles counties […]

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6 d. ago Anisininew Okimawin leaders demand changes to wildfire strategy in Manitoba

A group of First Nations leaders in Manitoba is calling for better prevention plans when it comes to wildfires and says provincial and federal responses to the crisis have failed.

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7 d. ago Manitoba state of emergency extended 2 more weeks as wildfires continue

The province announced Thursday that the state of emergency will be kept in place for two more weeks, until Aug. 22.

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8 d. ago ‘We’re feeling relatively safe’: Flin Flon mayor says city returning to normal after wildfires

The mayor of a northern Manitoba city that came under serious threat from wildfires encroaching on its borders this summer says things are starting to return to normal.

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9 d. ago Thompson, Man. mayor optimistic about efforts to fight wildfires

Heavy smoke that cloaked the northern city over the long weekend had dissipated somewhat, and aerial crews are back in action, tackling nearby blazes from above.

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1 week ago Thousands to flee First Nation in northern Manitoba over wildfire threat

WINNIPEG — Thousands of people have fled from a First Nation in northern Manitoba Monday as wildfires burned closer and closer to the community. The Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, also called Nelson House, issued a full evacuation order Sunday in response to the blazes, as flames threatened to cut off road access and muddied air quality. […]

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3 w. ago Air quality warnings issued throughout Manitoba as wildfire smoke envelops province

WINNIPEG — Air quality warnings are in effect for much of Manitoba this weekend as wildfire smoke continues to linger over the region. Environment Canada says much of the province will be dealing with poor conditions, with Winnipeg expected to see an air quality health index rating of over 10 by Saturday night. The agency […]

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4 w. ago Saskatchewan, Manitoba face more air quality warnings from wildfire smoke

There were 118 active wildfires burning across Manitoba as of Thursday, with Saskatchewan reporting 48 active wildfires as air quality warnings remain in effect for both provinces.

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4 w. ago Manitoba says close to 13,000 out in renewed round of wildfire evacuations

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government says close to 13,000 people are out of their homes due to wildfires, but hundreds are finding space in hotels rather than in congregate shelters. Provincial officials say they’ve found space for 705 more people in hotels, while others are either with family or friends or in one of four […]

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4 w. ago Manitoba to provide latest on wildfire conditions Thursday afternoon

Manitoba officials are set to provide another update Thursday afternoon on the province's wildfire situation. 

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last month Days of wet weather may end in some parts of Manitoba fighting fires

Manitoba is experiencing its worst wildfire season in 30 years, and more than 10,000 square kilometres has burned.

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