⚠️ West Dalhousie / Long Lake Wildfire more than doubles in size to estimated 7,780 hectares.
Many homes have been saved. Despite best efforts, some have been damaged.
DNR advising assessment needed before an exact number can be provided.
Once information is confirmed, affected residents will be told first.
Yesterday’s extreme conditions caused the wildfire to grow to an estimated 7780 hectares. The size may change with more precise measuring. Please note – size estimates from other sources are not official and less precise.
Crews on scene at first light to clear downed trees from roads.
Aircraft: 6 helicopters, 6 planes plus bird dogs. Firefighters: 56 DNR, 62 Ontario and 54 local. Heavy machinery still working.
All efforts continue to save homes and other structures. Next update this afternoon.
⚠️ The County of Annapolis will notify affected residents as further details become available.
In the meantime, the Province is asking people to respect evacuees’ privacy and avoid sharing unconfirmed information.
Resources to support mental health and well-being during this crisis are available.
Provincial Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line: 1-888-429-8167 (24 hours)
National Suicide Crisis Helpline: 988 (24 hours)
Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868 (24 hours)
Hope for Wellness Helpline (Indigenous): 1-800-777-5888
Provincial Mental Health and Addictions Intake Service (for support with a mental health or addiction concern): 1-855-922-1122
