May 27 Wildfire Update – Fire EA063 (KEN020) in Whiteshell

Fire EA063 in Whiteshell Provincial Park remains out of control with ongoing fire activity, particularly east of Nora Lake. Weather remains a challenge, with dry conditions, warm temperatures, and prolonged winds. Although some rain is forecasted, amounts are expected to be negligible.

EA063 – Current Fire Activity Summary

• Manitoba portion: ~3,770 hectares (growth since last mapped)
• Total fire size: 35,046 hectares (including Ontario side)
• Status: Out of control
• Recent activity:
  • Hot spots and flare-ups east of Nora Lake daily
  • Fire lines remain under pressure due to weather
• Crews and Response:
  • 10 wildland fire crews from Manitoba, Parks Canada, and BC are actively working the fire
  • Aerial suppression with heli-bucketing continues to support containment
  • Full extinguishment will take time as crews work slowly and carefully to eliminate deep underground hot spots

Value Protection in Place

Maintained by the Southeast Whiteshell Fire Department at:

• Florence Lake
• Nora Lake
• Portions of Caddy Lake
• North side of West Hawk Lake

Park Closures & Public Safety

Whiteshell Provincial Park remains under closures and evacuation protocols. These protective measures ensure:

• Safety of residents and visitors
• Safe access for firefighting personnel

Reopenings will be considered based on:

• Fire behaviour
• Suppression progress
• Weather conditions
• Expert and real-time assessment

Read the full Fire Bulletin #15 (May 27) for province-wide wildfire updates:
Fire Bulletin #15 – Government of Manitoba

Stay informed via: www.manitobaparks.com

For crisis support, call 1-866-427-8628.

We will continue to share all verified wildfire updates as they become available from Manitoba Parks and the Wildfire Service.