Burnsafe Archive: Friday 22 August 2025
This is a Historical record of “Can I Burn”. For current/lastest Burn Restrictions; click here - Updated Daily at 2pm during Wildfire Season (15 March to 15 October)
Travel and Activities In Woods are Restricted
Starting 5 August (at 4pm), travel and activities in woods are restricted to help prevent wildfires. Hiking, camping, fishing and the use of vehicles in the woods are not permitted, trail systems through woods are off limits and camping is allowed only in campgrounds. Learn more: Woods Proclamation (PDF). The fine for violating the restrictions is $25,000 (see Summary Offence Tickets Regulations).
1:00pm Update
LONG LAKE WILDFIRES COMPLEX, ANNAPOLIS COUNTY, AUGUST 22, 1:00 PM
Firefighters and aircraft continue working on the Long Lake wildfires complex. The fire is still out of control and the size has grown slightly to 3,212 hectares. Still no homes damaged.
All aircraft are still on the scene along with 52 Department of Natural Resources, 42 Ontario, 5 Prince Edward Island and 45 local firefighters. As wind picks up from hurricane Erin, some resources may need to stand down. The safety of firefighters, pilots and support staff is our top priority. Next update this evening.
LONG LAKE FIRE COMPLEX, ANNAPOLIS COUNTY 10 AM
Work continues on the Long Lake wildfires complex to be as prepared as possible for the strong, shifting winds expected from hurricane Erin starting today and through the weekend. The fire is still out of control and estimated at 3210 hectares. There has been no damage to homes to date.
Dozer guards are complete around the northern border and work continues on the flanks where possible. Crews are also working on putting out hot spots and soaking with hose lines along borders. The aim is to limit spread and protect homes.
On the scene today are 52 DNR, 42 Ontario, 5 PEI and 44 local firefighters, along with 6 contracted helicopters, 6 planes (4 802s from NWT and 2 CL415s from Manitoba) plus bird dogs. The next update will be this afternoon.
Hurricane Erin is not expected to bring much rain, but dangerous surf and rip currents are expected along the coast Friday.
People are advised to stay away from the shore as large waves will make conditions hazardous.