Major Fire Southwest of Vermilion Bay

An out of control forest fire continues to pose problems for the
Ministry of Natural Resources.
High winds and dry conditions pushed the fire burning near Wahnage
Lake, 20 kilometres southwest of Vermilion Bay to 425 hectares.
Last night, crews were able to push the blaze away from the only
property in site, a trappers cabin.
Fire crews were out early Thursday morning aggressively attacking the blaze.
The MNR has deemed the fire the top priority in Northwestern Ontario.
Smoke will likely be prevelant in Vermilion Bay and Dryden and
anyone effected can contact the Northwestern Health Unit.
The fire started Wednesday afternoon and the cause is under
investigation.