Region: North Slave
Fire Size: 0.10 Ha
Fire Status: Declared Out
Fire Response: Initial Attack
Fire Cause: Human Caused, Burning Grass
Start Date: 22 June, 2026
Out Date: 26 June, 2026
Location
Near Cassidy Point.
Start coordinates: 62.52433, -114.17483
Wildfire Details
This person-caused fire is and was caused by an ATV. Please be aware of using ATVs around hot and dry areas. Mud and organic matter can dry onto the muffler and catch fire. Please check any part of your ATV where it gets hot throughout the day to ensure this does not happen. The fire is under control, and there is no risk to the community's infrastructure or cabins 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