May 18, 2021
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May 18 Other Fire News in South Whiteshell
As of 1:30 pm May 18 update from Manitoba Parks “Just got an update on the Caddy area, it’s a 10 Ha fire in the Ophir area.” Updates from unofficial Sources (sure all referring to same fire) Jessica Lake , there is big smoke cloud billowing on the far shore towards Caddy Lake! I […]
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May 18, 2021
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North Whiteshell Fire Update May 18 / Seven Sisters / Otter Falls Area Updated
Manitoba Parks provided the following update May 18 1:52 PM Conservation and Climate is taking a proactive measure with recent fire activity in the vicinity of the North Whiteshell Provincial Park Area. Cottagers are asked to have a bag ready in the event they are asked to evacuate. Cottagers will be notified by phone if […]
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May 14, 2021
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May 14 South Whiteshell Fire Afternoon Update
Manitoba Parks has provided the following updates this afternoon at 2:49 PM There was a flare up this afternoon, (additional heat from the sun) but crews got on it quickly both on ground & with aggressive bucketing by helicopter Water Bombers were called in and dropped 4-5 loads as a precaution & have since departed […]
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May 14, 2021
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May 14 South Whiteshell Fire Morning Update
Manitoba Parks has provided the following updates this morning From Manitoba Parks personnel on the ground (on-site) Not much has changed since last night (fire still being held) No water Bombers on site (which is a good thing – not needed at this time) Fire crews back at it this morning – will have something […]
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May 13, 2021
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May 13 South Whiteshell Fire Afternoon Update
Manitoba Parks has provided the following updates this afternoon There have been some bigger changes to restrictions, please refer to fire bulletin #8. No camp fires allowed, all hiking, water route trails etc closed, a few trails do remain open, the Toniata campground will be closed to entry. Park staff will start erecting barricades with […]
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May 13, 2021
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May 13 South Whiteshell Fire Morning Update
Manitoba Parks has provided the following updates this morning One more initial attack crew is onsite, along with a dedicated helicopter. Water bombers are not scheduled, but will be utilized if the fire action ramps up again. Hunt Lake trail is be closed as a precaution due to an active fire in the area. Park […]
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May 12, 2021
Safety Alerts
May 12 Wildfire at Tonita
Manitoba Wildfire Service is asking the public to avoid the south Whiteshell, specifically around Toniata at this time. Crews are battling a fire and need to keep roads clear and people safe. Fire risk is high, please be cautious and help prevent fires. MB Wildfire Service is fighting fire in south Whiteshell with support of […]
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May 10, 2021
Safety Alerts
New Burn and Travel Restrictions Effective May 10
Manitoba Parks has advised that due to the current and forecasted weather conditions, new Burn and Travel Restrictions have been implemented –effective immediately. All burning permits are cancelled. Campfires are permitted in approved fire pits between the hours of 8:00pm and 8:00am. No motorized backcountry travel or remote cottage access without a travel permit. Loading […]
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