The Long Lake wildfires complex is being held at an estimated 8,468 hectares. There are no new reports of damage. All remaining evacuees will be able to return home on Saturday, September 20 although their roads will not be open to the general public because it is still an active wildfire zone.
Crews continue working on the fire and infrared scans show impressive progress despite dry conditions. Resources available: three helicopters, four planes and a bird dog, five pieces of heavy equipment, and seven water tankers.
Firefighters on site: 23 Department of Natural Resources, 18 from Quebec, 20 from Parks Canada, 5 from PEI, plus support staff.
