A massive wildfire, Red Lake 12, exceeding 160,000 hectares and not under control, has forced the evacuation of two northern Ontario First Nations, Sandy Lake First Nation and Deer Lake First Nation. MPP Sol Mamakwa visited Sandy Lake First Nation, where about 200 people and fire rangers remain, working to protect buildings with sprinkler systems. The fire also forced the evacuation of Deer Lake First Nation, where a fire break has been created. Wildfires are also raging in northern Manitoba and Saskatchewan, leading to over 31,000 evacuations in those provinces.
Wildfire near two Ontario First Nations ‘like a sleeping giant’ for now, MPP says
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️A massive wildfire, Red Lake 12, exceeding 160,000 hectares and not under control, has forced the evacuation of two northern Ontario First Nations, Sandy Lake First Nation and Deer Lake First Nation. MPP Sol Mamakwa visited Sandy Lake First Nation, where about 200 people and fire rangers remain, working to protect buildings with sprinkler systems. The fire also forced the evacuation of Deer Lake First Nation, where a fire break has been created. Wildfires are also raging in northern Manitoba and Saskatchewan, leading to over 31,000 evacuations in those provinces.
Trending- 1 Earlier: Red Lake 12 forced evacuation of Deer Lake First Nation.
- 2 Earlier: Fire rangers created a fire break around Deer Lake First Nation.
- 3 Thursday (June 12, 2025): Sol Mamakwa visited Sandy Lake First Nation.
- 4 Ongoing: Red Lake 12 is over 160,000 hectares and not under control.
- 5 Ongoing: Webequie First Nation evacuated due to a different fire (11,000 hectares).
- 6 Ongoing: Over 10,000 people in Saskatchewan and 21,000 in Manitoba forced out by fires.
- Forced evacuation of thousands of people
- Destruction of land (160,000+ hectares)
- Ongoing threat to communities and infrastructure
- Strain on resources (e.g., airstrip size limitations)
What: A massive wildfire, Red Lake 12, is burning out of control, forcing evacuations and threatening communities.
When: Currently, as of Thursday, June 12th, 2025, when MPP Mamakwa visited.
Where: Northern Ontario, specifically near Sandy Lake First Nation and Deer Lake First Nation. Also mentions northern parts of Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
Why: The wildfire is massive and not under control, posing a significant threat to communities.
How: The fire is being fought by fire rangers and community members who are setting up sprinkler systems and fire breaks. Evacuations are being conducted, with military assistance for larger aircraft.