Saskatchewan Wildfires
Expanded hangar for Sask. firefighting aircraft open
A new-and-improved hangar, about 40 per cent larger, officially opened in La Ronge, Sask., on Thursday. Continue reading
Saskatchewan cabin owners advised how to help prevent wildfires from spreading
Parks Canada said simple things like removing yard waste and trimming vegetation around homes are vital in stopping the spread of wildfires this season. Continue reading
Extreme fire risk in place across much of southern Saskatchewan
By David Baxter Reporter
Due to a lack of rain, nearly all of southern Saskatchewan is under an extreme fire risk, and the northern forests face a high risk. Continue reading
‘Hard on water:’ Smoke not the only long range effect of wildfires
Researchers are studying how blackened forests affect ecosystems and water quality far downstream just as hundreds of blazes in British Columbia are darkening skies as far east as Manitoba. Continue reading
Saskatchewan municipalities to pay for some firefighting by crop-dusters
By Ryan Kessler Reporter
It will cost $2,000 per hour to call in a crop-duster to fight grass fires in Saskatchewan. Continue reading
Firefighting ‘natural transition’ for Saskatchewan crop-dusters
By Ryan Kessler Reporter
Transport Canada has approved seven Saskatchewan crop-dusting operators for fighting fires in the province. Continue reading
Rabbit Creek wildfire ‘being held,’ not expected to grow
Parks Canada says the Rabbit Creek wildfire in Prince Albert National Park is “being held” and not expected to grow. Continue reading
Rabbit Creek wildfire in Prince Albert National Park ‘being held’
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
Officials say the Rabbit Creek wildfire in Prince Albert National Park hasn’t grown since May 21, 2018. Continue reading
Progress made containing Rabbit Creek wildfire in Prince Albert National Park
The Rabbit Creek wildfire in Prince Albert National Park has grown to over 35,000 hectares. Continue reading
Crews continue fight with Rabbit Creek wildfire in Prince Albert National Park
Parks Canada said the Rabbit Creek wildfire, primarily in the Prince Albert National Park, has grown to around 31,400 hectares. Continue reading