Tag: West Dalhousie

There have been no major changes to the West Dalhousie wildfire since the last update of 3,210 hectares, which hasnt changed in over 2 days.  New aircraft has been introduced and crews continue to work on the ground putting out hot spots and dozer gaurds in preparation for hurricane Erin.  I’ve been trying to catch […]

⚠️ West Dalhousie / Long Lake Wildfire Update:  Size still estimated at 3210 hectares and out of control.  Crews have nearly completed dozer guards around the northern border of the Long Lake wildfires complex to protect homes when hurricane Erin arrives. The fire size and status remain the same. Still no reports of damage to […]

⚠️ West Dalhousie / Long Lake Wildfire Update:  Still remains at 3210 hectares.  The Long Lake wildfires complex is still out of control and gaining intensity today.  There was some minimal growth south of Five Finger Lake, although the official size estimate remains 3210 hectares. Still no reports of damage to homes. Crews are still […]

⚠️ West Dalhousie / Long Lake Wildfire Update:  Still estimated at 3210 hectares.  The Long Lake wildfires complex is still estimated at 3210 hectares. It has crossed the West Dalhousie Road near Fairns Road.   Crews are making good progress on dozer guards around the flanks. Still no reports of damage to homes. On the […]

⚠️ West Dalhousie / Long Lake Wildfire Update:  Now estimated at 2063 hectares.  The Long Lake wildfires complex grew overnight to an estimated 2063 hectares. No reports of damage to homes at this time. A few campers/trailers lost. Air resources include 4 NWT planes and 2 contracted helicopters. On the ground are 77 DNR, 22 […]

⚠️ West Dalhousie / Long Lake Wildfire Update:  Now estimated at 1977 hectares.  The Long Lake wildfires complex has grown to an estimated 1977 hectares. It has advanced past Godfrey Lake to the intersection of Fairns and West Dalhousie roads on one side, and to the south side of Spectacle Lakes on the other.   […]