Region: Dehcho
Fire Size: 64,423.00 Ha
Fire Status: Out of Control
Fire Response: Being Monitored
Fire Cause: Natural
Start Date: 5 July, 2026
Start coordinates: 62.06228, -121.27523
Wildfire Details
Smoke from these fires may impact Fort Simpson. Cabins and other values on the landscape are being continuously assessed for protection. Crews will deploy sprinklers and prep sites as necessary to prevent structure loss. On FS036, structure protection on values along the river continues to be run as needed. No threats to communities or infrastructure.
Evacuation Notices, Alerts, and Orders
There are currently no Evacuation Notices, Alerts, or Orders related to this wildfire.
Current Resources
Call or email the Wildfire Public Information Line for information about resources dedicated to this fire.
- Phone: 1-867-445-5484
- Email: nwtfire_info@gov.nt.ca