Region: South Slave
Fire Size: 15.00 Ha
Fire Status: Out of Control
Fire Response: Initial Attack
Fire Cause: Natural, Lightning
Start Date: 13 August, 2026
Location
20km southeast of Fort Resolution
Start coordinates: 61.00592, -113.47680
Wildfire Details
This fire is approximately 15 hectares in size, two helicopters and crews actioning it today. An incident management team has been put in place to manage this fire. Crews are working to limit fire growth toward Fort Resolution and nearby campgrounds. No threats to communities or infrastructure due to this fire at this time.No threats to communities or infrastructure due to this fire at this time.
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