Northwest Ontario reports 133 active wildfires as crews battle major fires and protect communities

Northwest Ontario Wildfire Update: 133 Active Fires, Two New Starts Confirmed
THUNDER BAY — Two new wildland fires were confirmed in Northwestern Ontario on Friday, July 24, as crews continued suppression and community protection work on several large fires across the region.
As of 7:20 p.m. CDT, Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services was reporting 133 active fires in the Northwest Region. Thirty were listed as not under control, five were being held, six were under control and 92 we