The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is seeking the public’s help in identifying those responsible for starting a forest fire on an island on Lake of the Woods.
The small blaze was discovered on a small island northeast of Mather Island on August 4th.
The area can only be accessed by boat from Lake of the Woods. The fire started in an area that someone used to build a camp fire.
The blaze was spotted by local anglers and crews attended and extinguished the fire. Anyone with information can call 1-877-847-7667 or 1-800-222-8477.
