Burnsafe Archive: Monday 01 September 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)]
12:45p Updates
LONG LAKE WILDFIRES COMPLEX, ANNAPOLIS COUNTY, SEPTEMBER 1, 12:45 PM
The Long Lake wildfires complex is still out of control and still estimated at 8,465 hectares. There are no new reports of damage. Crews are working hard while favourable weather lasts, aiming to get a line of fire breaks around the entire perimeter of the fire zone.
The southern end of the fire is the most active area and fire intensity increased with wind today. Helicopters are dropping water on this area so ground crews can safely enter to continue tying up the perimeter and advance inward on the fire.
Manitoba’s CL415 planes are being released, they are replaced by 2 black hawk helicopters which are more effective for current needs. Two other helicopters were released, so the total is still 10 working on the fire. The four Northwest Territories 802 planes with bird dog are still in use.
Department of Natural Resources firefighters are getting a break. 61 Ontario, 40 Quebec and 61 local firefighters are working on the fire, along with about 50 pieces of heavy machinery. The next update will be around midday tomorrow.
Financial Support Applications
Applications for financial for evacuees of the Long Lake wildfires are available online at Wildfire emergency updates and support - Government of Nova Scotia, Canada . Assistance with completing applications, insurance claims, and other supports can be accessed through the County of Annapolis’ Navigator Program found at the Bridgetown Fire Hall at 31 Bay Road, Bridgetown, 7 days a week from 10am to 7pm, or by calling (902) 955-9858.
