Forest Fire Hazard on the Rise

The forest fire hazard is high to extreme across much of Northwestern Ontario.
The Ministry of Natural Resources is dealing with 24-active fires, most in the Far North.
8-of the new fires are in the Sioux Lookout District, while 2-are burning in the Red Lake District.
Information Officer Debbie MacLean says they are anticipating several new starts due to lightning, warm weather and windy conditions.
Meantime, some 175 personnel have returned home after being deployed to B.C.