Forest Fire Situation Update: Northwest Region – August 12, 2017

 
A wild fire near the northern community of Nibinamik First Nation has forced an evacuation – Image supplied by a reader.
Nibinamik first Nation Being Evacuated
THUNDER BAY – The community of Nibinamik First Nation is being evacuated due to a forest fire nearby. The problems for the community have been greater due to the power plant being out of service. The decision has been made today to evacuate to Kaspuskasing.
Smoke near Nibinamik First Nation
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