SS009-24

Last updated
Region: South Slave
Fire Size: 101,676.00 Ha
Fire Status: Out of Control
Fire Response: Sustained Action
Fire Cause: Natural, Holdover
Start Date: 24 May, 2024

Location

  • West of Highway 1 past the Alberta/NWT border
Start coordinates: 60.00000, -117.00000

Wildfire Details

Efforts continue to focus on structural protection – maintaining sprinklers on values along Highway 1 - and holding action from air and ground crews to prevent disruption to infrastructure (rail, road) as is possible. 

The fire has been most active to the west of KM 48 of Highway 1 with some eastward growth towards the highway. 

Poor visibility continues to challenge suppression efforts – most notably for air support. has not been possible today.Crews may be seen working close to the highway or railroad tracks on hot spots. Please use caution when driving nearby.

Smoke has been responsible for highway closures and may continue to impact visibility through the weekend. 

Know the conditions and plan ahead before you travel. Get the latest on highway conditions from Drive NWT. 

Evacuation Notices, Alerts, and Orders

There are currently no Evacuation Notices, Alerts, or Orders related to this wildfire.

Current Resources

  • 9 firefighters
  • 1 helicopters
  • Structure protection equipment

Contact the Wildfire Public Information Line for questions about resources dedicated to this fire.