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Fire Restrictions

Regional Fire Restrictions

• Regional fire restrictions are enacted by the territorial government, and can cover an entire NWT region.
• NWT Parks or Community Governments may have localized fire restrictions in place.
• If you see fire restrictions violations, report them. Call 1-877-NWT-FIRE  to report violations. 
• See the NWT Wildfire Update page for the latest information about fire restrictions in your region.

NWT Parks Fire Restrictions

For all NWT Parks Advisories including Fire Restrictions visit https://www.nwtparks.ca/park-advisories 

Municipal Fire Restrictions

For any municipal or local fire restrictions that may be in effect for an NWT community, check with the Community Government.

NWT Wildfire Information Sources

• NWT Wildfire Update

• NWT Fire Facebook page

• Twitter @NWTFire #NWTFIRE 

Be Ready for Wildfires

Get your Emergency Kit and essentials packed and ready.  

• Make an Emergency Plan and Kit 

• Ensure transportation is ready to go 

• Prepare pets and service animals 

• Listen to directions from emergency management officials you see on the ground 

• Stay up to date with alerts and local news 

• Stay in touch with loved ones

Returning Home Safely after a Wildfire

• Returning home after a wildfire affected the area may be stressful and traumatic. 
• This guide will help you know what to do and where to get help. Keep yourself safe and healthy with the checklists in the guide.