Report a fire

To report forest fires in the Northwest and Northeast fire regions north of the Mattawa and French rivers and represented by a solid colour in the map, call a 310-FIRE. To report a forest fire call 310-FIRE (3473)

To report forest fires South of the French and Mattawa Rivers and represented by diagonal lines in the map, call 911. South of the French and Mattawa rivers please call 911.

The Northwest Region is north and west of Sault Saint Marie, the east region is east of Sault Saint Marie, areas south of Owen Sound and Ottawa are outside the fire region.

Interactive fire map

Real time updates.

Our interactive map visually shows active fires, current fire danger across the province and restricted fire zones in effect.

The map now shows perimeters for some fires over 40 hectares in size. Please note that not all fires are mapped and perimeters are not updated every day (may differ from the size reported in the table).

We recommend using Google chrome as your web browser to access the map.

Ontario's fire season started April 1

Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services would like to remind the public that during Ontario’s legislated fire season (from April 1 to October 31), Ontario’s Outdoor Burning Regulations are in effect. In order to dispose of yard waste and woody debris, we encourage you to use methods such as composting or using your local landfill. If you must burn, use caution and follow Ontario’s Outdoor Burning Regulations.

Fires are to be ignited no sooner than 2 hours before sunset and extinguished no later than 2 hours after sunrise. Always have tools/water adequate to contain the fire at the site. Know the rules for safe outdoor burning. Read the full set of Outdoor Burning Regulations.

Residents within municipal boundaries must also check with their local fire department for burning restrictions, or permitting requirements prior to burning.

Forest fire updates

Northeast Region

There was one new wildland fire confirmed after the Tuesday, September 17, evening update, and there were 7 new wildland fires confirmed in the Northeast Region by early evening on Wednesday, September 18.

  • Hearst 17 (HEA017) is a 2 hectare wildland fire that is not yet under control. This fire is located north of Bannerman Lake, approximately 34.5 kilometres north of Hearst. Currently, 1 FireRanger crew and a helicopter are committed to this fire.
  • North Bay 22 (NOR022) is a 2 hectare wildland fire that is not yet under control. This fire is located north of Scarecrow Lake, approximately 80 kilometres southwest of Temiskaming Shores. Two Twin Otters, one heavy waterbomber and a lead birddog aircraft provided aerial fire suppression support to two FireRanger crews on the ground.
  • Parry Sound 8 (PAR008) was a 0.1 hectare wildland fire that is now out. This fire was located southeast of Kawawaymog Lake, approximately 17 kilometres northeast of South River.
  • Sudbury 42 (SUD042) is a 2.2 hectare wildland fire that is not yet under control. This fire is located within Spanish River Provincial Park, approximately 23 kilometres northwest of Windy Lake. One      Fire Ranger crew is committed to this fire.
  • Sudbury 43 (SUD043) is a 2.1 hectare wildland fire that is not yet under control. This fire is located between Whitson Lake and Garson lake, approximately 2 kilometres southeast of the corner of Main Street and Kalmo Road. A CL-415 and helicopter providing aerial fire suppression support to FireRangers on the ground.
  • Sudbury 44 (SUD044) is a 5 hectare wildland fire that is not yet under control. This fire is located east of Barlow Lake, approximately 8.5 kilometres west of Municipal Road 535. Three Twin Otters, 1 CL-415 and 1 birddog aircraft are performing aerial fire suppression to support FireRangers on the ground.
  • Sudbury 45 (SUD045) is a 0.3 hectare wildland fire that is not yet under control. This fire is located east of Lake Panache, approximately 18 kilometres east of Espanola. One FireRanger crew is committed to this fire.
  • Timmins 19 (TIM019) is a 0.3 hectare wildland fire that is not yet under control. This fire is located along Highway 101, approximately 16 kilometres southeast of Foleyet.

At the time of this update, there are 21 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region: 8 are not under control, 2 are being held, 3 are under control and 8 are being observed.

The fire hazard is high across much of the Northeast Region with some areas seeing a moderate fire hazard. There are areas of extreme fire hazard east of Greater Sudbury and around Kapuskasing. Areas east of James Bay are seeing a moderate to low fire hazard.

Check the current wildland fire danger rating in your area on our interactive map.

Northwest Region

No new fires were confirmed in the Northwest Region by the late afternoon of Sept. 18.

At the time of this update there are 25 active fires in the Northwest Region – one fire is under control and 24 fires are being observed.

The wildland fire hazard is low throughout most of the Kenora, Dryden, Red Lake and Sioux Lookout fire management sectors. Moderate to high hazard conditions persist in the Fort Frances, Thunder Bay and southern Nipigon sectors as well as portions of the far north.

Check the current wildland fire danger rating in your area on our interactive map.

Restricted fire zones

There are currently no restrictions in effect.

Contact information

Northeast Region

Amy Peltonen
Fire Information Officer
249-622-1654

Northwest Region

Chris Marchand
Fire Information Officer
807-323-1851

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For air quality in your area, please visit:
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For smoke drift conditions across North America, visit:
Smoke drift across North America

For information about forest fire smoke and your health, consult:
Smoke and your health

Fires: year to date

The figures below represent the year-to-date total number of forest fires inside Ontario’s fire region for the 2024 fire season, as they compare to the 2023 season and to the 10-year average.

  • 400
    fires in 2024
  • 714
    fires in 2023
  • 677
    10-year average

Fire bans in provincial parks

For all park fire bans see:
Ontario parks alerts

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You are responsible for fires you light

From April through October, people using outdoor fires must follow strict guidelines under the Forest Fires Prevention Act of Ontario to ensure their fires are properly managed.

Anyone who starts a fire outdoors must take all necessary steps to tend the fire, keep it under control, and make sure the fire is out before leaving the site. A person failing to burn safely could be fined and held responsible for the cost of putting out the fire. People living in municipalities should check with local fire officials for bylaws on outdoor fires.

Hunters

  • Check the interactive fire map to find out where the active wildland fires are in Ontario.
  • Be aware of FireRangers who may be working in forested areas.
  • Check your surroundings for FireRanger activity before discharging your firearm to help keep everyone safe.

About Aviation, Forest Fires and Emergency Services (AFFES)

Visit our forest, wildland and outdoor fires page for more information on AFFES and wildland fire management, including: