Burnsafe Archive: Sunday 27 July 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)
Burnsafe Archive: Monday 28 July 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)
Burnsafe Archive: Tuesday 29 July 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)
Burnsafe Archive: Wednesday 30 July 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)
Burnsafe Archive: Thursday 31 July 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)
Burnsafe Archive: Friday 01 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)
Burnsafe Archive: Saturday 02 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)
Burnsafe Archive: Sunday 03 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)
Burnsafe Archive: Monday 04 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)
Burnsafe Archive: Tuesday 05 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).
Burnsafe Archive: Wednesday 06 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).
Burnsafe Archive: Thursday 07 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)
We are at extreme risk of wildfire due to the hot dry conditions and no rain in sight. We need to stop wildfires before they start. Travel and activities in the woods are restricted and there is a ban on open fires across the entire province. The fine for violating the restrictions is $25,000.
If you have questions, please contact your local Department of Natural Resources office: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables
Burnsafe Archive: Friday 08 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)
We are at extreme risk of wildfire due to the hot dry conditions and no rain in sight. We need to stop wildfires before they start. Travel and activities in the woods are restricted and there is a ban on open fires across the entire province. The fine for violating the restrictions is $25,000.
If you have questions, please contact your local Department of Natural Resources office: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables
Burnsafe Archive: Saturday 09 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)
We are at extreme risk of wildfire due to the hot dry conditions and no rain in sight. We need to stop wildfires before they start. Travel and activities in the woods are restricted and there is a ban on open fires across the entire province. The fine for violating the restrictions is $25,000.
If you have questions, please contact your local Department of Natural Resources office: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables
Burnsafe Archive: Sunday 10 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)
We are at extreme risk of wildfire due to the hot dry conditions and no rain in sight. We need to stop wildfires before they start. Travel and activities in the woods are restricted and there is a ban on open fires across the entire province. The fine for violating the restrictions is $25,000.
If you have questions, please contact your local Department of Natural Resources office: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables
Fire
Brow of The Mountain, Kings County
There were some anxious moments for residents along Gospel Woods Road in Brow of the Mountain this evening.
Fire crews were alerted of a wheat field, combine and woods fire shortly after 5PM this evening.
With the fire getting close to jumping the road and spreading to nearby woods, firefighters were contending with many moving parts on their arrival.
Additional mutual aid was also called in to assist Halls Harbour from Kentville, Canning, Waterville, Port Williams & Greenwich fire departments.
Department of Natural Resource’s fire crews were also on scene assisting with suppression efforts.
Standby coverage provided from Wolfville Fire in Kentville & Berwick Fire in Waterville.
The fire has been brought under control while firefighters work to soak down hot spots.
Farmers on site also assisted with putting the fire out and reducing it from spreading with machinery.
Great work by all involved, another complex call but our volunteers held things together during some very tense moments.
The combine on site was completely destroyed due to the fire, our thoughts are with the farmer on this devastating loss.
Drone photos taken with the guidance of fire crews on site.
Adrian J.
Burnsafe Archive: Monday 11 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)
We are at extreme risk of wildfire due to the hot dry conditions and no rain in sight. We need to stop wildfires before they start. Travel and activities in the woods are restricted and there is a ban on open fires across the entire province. The fine for violating the restrictions is $25,000.
If you have questions, please contact your local Department of Natural Resources office: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables
Burnsafe Archive: Tuesday 12 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)
Burn ban, woods closure and fireworks ban continues for Nova Scotia.
8:25,pm Update
8:25 PM Update: Susies Lake wildfire estimated at 25-30 hectares. Out of control but progress being made. 12 Department of Natural Resources (DNR) firefighters, 30 Halifax Fire and Emergency, some staying overnight. One DNR helicopter dropping water. Planes lent by New Brunswick returning home, could return if needed. Next update after 9 am tomorrow.
5:55pm Update: DNR crew, 2 helicopters and Hfx Fire & Emergency on scene at Susies Lake wildfire. Estimated 6-10 hectares. NB 802 planes have dropped retardant, returning home, replaced by 2 NB CL415s dropping water. 3rd DNR helicopter arriving soon. Please avoid area. Next update this evening.
4:45pm Update: Eight Department of Natural Resources crew, two helicopters on scene at Susies Lake wildfire with 30 Halifax Fire and Emergency.
Estimated 6 hectares. Halifax Regional Municipality evacuating Dugger McNeil Dr. building. Nova Scotia Health evacuating Bayers Lake Outpatient Centre due to smoke. New Brunswick planes en route. Please avoid area. Next update this evening.
Department of Natural Resources is responding to wildfire in the Susies Lake area of Halifax. Halifax Regional Municipality is managing evacuation of commercial building on Dugger McNeil Drive.
DNR helicopter and four 802 planes from New Brunswick are en route. Size not yet known. People are asked to avoid the area. Next update this afternoon or evening.
Burnsafe Archive: Wednesday 13 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).
30 Department of Natural Resources (DNR) firefighters are working on the Susies Lake wildfire along with six firefighters from Halifax Fire and Emergency. DNR helicopters are waiting for the fog to lift. The new measured size is about 15 hectares. The fire is still out of control so the size could change. Continuous updates through the day.
Updates are also available at https://novascotia.ca/alerts/
9:30pm Update
9:30 PM Update:
West Dalhousie Wildfire:
Two West Dalhousie fires are still out of control (we originally said Bridgetown area). Possible evacuation on West Dalhousie Rd near Godfrey Lake due to Hoyt Lake fire estimated at 8 hectares. Long Lake is estimated at 0.2 hectares. Crews and aircraft returning in morning. Update in morning.
Susies Lake Wildfire:
Susies Lake wildfire is now being held - not currently growing but could change either positively or negatively. A few firefighters will monitor overnight. 30 DNR and 20 Halifax Fire and Emergency returning in morning, will work to get it under control. Next post in morning.
Lake Paul Wildfire:
The 1.9 hectare fire at Lake Paul is being held - not currently growing but could change either positively or negatively. Crews returning in the morning. Next update in morning.
Oxford Wildfire:
Six small wildfires in Birchwood Road area of Oxford. One under control, five being held. DNR helicopter dropped water, returned to base for evening. DNR crew and local fire departments working on the ground. Next update tomorrow.
8:15pm Update:
Bridgetown Area Wildfire:
DNR crews are heading to two small, out of control wildfires in Bridgetown area. A fire at Hoyt Lake is estimated to be 3-4 hectares. Long Lake is estimated at 0.1 hectares. Contracted helicopters are en route to support.
7:15pm Update:
Susies Lake Wildfire
There is no change in size or status. DNR and Halifax Fire & Emergency continuing to work on the ground. Two contracted helicopters being redeployed.
Updates are also available at https://novascotia.ca/alerts/
4:45pm Update:
Susies Lake Wildfire
30 Department of Natural Resouces (DNR) firefighters continue to make progress on the Susies Lake wildfire, along with six Halifax Fire and Emergency firefighters.
Two contracted helicopters are helping. Size estimate remains 15 hectares.
Lake Paul Wildfire
The 0.9 hectare fire at Lake Paul is now under control. The 1.9 hectare fire is still out of control. Fire retardant was dropped by eight New Brunswick 802 planes on these fires this afternoon. Two DNR helicopters are dropping water.
Updates are also available at https://novascotia.ca/alerts/
No change in status this time to the Susies Lake wildfire. Media have been invited to a briefing at 3 pm today. It will be livestreamed for the public on Facebook and at https://youtube.com/nsgov
15 Department of Natural Resources (DNR) firefighters and 30 local firefighters are working on two small out of control wildfires near Lake Paul, Kings Co. The estimated size is .9 hectares and 1.9 hectares. Two DNR helicopters are dropping water. Next update this afternoon.
Updates are also available at https://novascotia.ca/alerts/
Do not operate drones in a wildfire area. It is illegal. It can interfere with our firefighting efforts. The fine is $25,000 under the Forests Act, there could be fines under federal legislation as well.
Burnsafe Archive: Thursday 14 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).
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If a wildfire threatens your home, you will need to leave quickly. Have grab-and-go bags prepared for everyone you live with.Learn more:
https://novascotia.ca/emergency-education/docs/emergency-kit-checklist-en.pdf
Wild Fire Updates
There are multiple fires across the province. This post will update throughout the day:
West Dalhousie Wildfire, Annapolis County, 14 August, 8:45 PM
The Long Lake fire in West Dalhousie is now estimated at 406 hectares and is still out of control. 30 Department of Natural Resources (DNR) firefighters and 10 firefighters from local fire departments are on the scene with two DNR and two contracted helicopters are working. Protections are in place for structures. Heavy equipment are continuing to create fire barriers.
The Hoyt Lake fire is still estimated at 1 hectare. it is part of the Long Lake complex. Seven DNR firefighters and 10 firefighters are on the scene. Aircraft also supporting.
There is also a fire at Durland Lake Brook that is part of Long Lake complex. It estimated at 0.3 hectares. 6 DNR and 20 local firefighters are working on the ground and a DNR helicopter is supporting from air. Next update tomorrow.
Susies Lake Wildfire, Halifax County, 14 August, 8:30 PM
No change in Susies Lake wildfire. Still being held – not currently growing. Firefighters will monitor overnight, crews returning in morning. Next update tomorrow.
Lake Paul Wildfire, Kings County, 14 August, 8:30 pm
The fire at Lake Paul is now under control. This is our last update on this fire.
West Dalhousie Wildfire, Annapolis County, 14 August, 4:00 PM
The Long Lake fire in West Dalhousie is still estimated at 300 hectares and is out of control. 30 Department of Natural Resources (DNR) firefighters and 10 firefighters from local fire departments are on the scene.
Two DNR and two contracted helicopters are working on both fires. Heavy equipment will be working to create fire barriers.
The Hoyt Lake fire is still estimated at 1 hectare, seven DNR firefighters and 10 firefighters are on the scene. Aircraft also supporting.
Susies Lake Wildfire, Halifax County, 14 August, 4:00 PM
Susies Lake wildfire is still being held - not currently growing. Crews are making good progress and working to get it under control. 20 DNR and 25 Halifax Fire and Emergency firefighters are onsite.
West Dalhousie Wildfire, Annapolis County, 14 August, 1:00 PM
The Long Lake fire in West Dalhousie is now estimated at 300 hectares and is out of control. About 3 km from West Dalhousie Road 42 homes have been evacuated. 30 Department of Natural Resources (DNR) firefighters and 10 firefighters from local fire departments are on the scene.
Two DNR and two contracted helicopters are working on both fires. Crews are putting dozer guard around West Dalhousie Community Centre and two communication towers.
The Hoyt Lake fire is still estimated at 1 hectare, seven DNR firefighters are on the scene. Aircraft also supporting. Next update late afternoon.
Susies Lake Wildfire, Halifax County, 14 August, 1:00 PM
Susies Lake wildfire is still being held - not currently growing – crews making good progress, working to get it under control. 30 DNR and 25 Halifax Fire & Emergency onsite. Next update late afternoon.
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West Dalhousie Wildfire, Annapolis County, 14 August, 10:45 AM
Two West Dalhousie fires are still out of control. There is an evacuation on West Dalhousie Road due to the Long Lake fire which is estimated at 30 hectares. Thirty Department of Natural Resources (DNR) crew were assigned this morning. The Hoyt Lake fire is estimated at one hectare with seven DNR firefighters on the scene.
One DNR and two contracted helicopters are working on both fires. Crews are putting a dozer guard around the West Dalhousie Community Centre and two communication towers.
Susies Lake Wildfire, Halifax County, 14 August, 10:45 AM
The Susies Lake wildfire is still being held - not currently growing. Thirty DNR and 12 Halifax Fire & Emergency onsite this morning, will work to get it under control.
Oxford Wildfire, Cumberland County, 14 August, 10:45 AM
The six small wildfires in the Birchwood Road area of Oxford are all under control. Crews will stay onsite until it is fully extinguished. This is our last update on these fire.
Lake Paul Wildfire, Kings County, 14 August, 10:45 AM
The 1.9-hectare fire at Lake Paul is still being held - not currently growing. Ten DNR and ten local fire department firefighters are on the scene.
No change in status this time to the Susies Lake wildfire. Media have been invited to a briefing at 3 pm today. It will be livestreamed for the public on Facebook and at https://youtube.com/nsgov
15 Department of Natural Resources (DNR) firefighters and 30 local firefighters are working on two small out of control wildfires near Lake Paul, Kings Co. The estimated size is .9 hectares and 1.9 hectares. Two DNR helicopters are dropping water. Next update this afternoon.
Updates are also available at Homepage | All Hazards
Possible evacuation:
Residents of 4800 Block of West Dalhousie Road near Godfrey Lake, Annapolis County should be prepared to evacuate due to wildfire near Hoyt Lake.
Follow alerts at Homepage | All Hazards
Evacuation Order!
EVACUATION ORDER: WEST DALHOUSIE, 14 August, 10:00 AM
An evacuation alert has been issued for 4094 – 5315 West Dalhousie Road, Annapolis Co., due to wildfire in the area.
The Bridgetown fire department (31 Bay Rd, Bridgetown) will act as a reception centre for evacuees.
For more information call 1-833-806-1515. Follow Annapolis County on social media for more updates:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CountyOfAnnapolis/
Bluesky: @annapolisco.bsky.social on Bluesky
Expanded Evacuation!
CXN The evacuation order for West Dalhousie has been expanded to include:
- West Dalhousie Rd. intersection to 484 Morse Rd.
- 4530 West Dalhousie Rd. to 6186 West Dalhousie Rd.
- 2648 Thorne Rd. to 3408 Thorne Rd.
- 122, 126, 126 (Unit 2) Medicraft Lane.
The Bridgetown fire department (31 Bay Rd) is a reception centre for evacuees. Call 1-833-806-1515 for more information, including overnight accommodations.
Follow Annapolis County on social media for more updates:
Facebook:https://facebook.com/CountyOfAnnapolis/
Bluesky:@annapolisco.bsky.social on Bluesky