Manitoba is experiencing its worst wildfire season in recent memory, with over 17,000 people estimated to have been evacuated. A provincewide state of emergency was declared on May 28, and 27 active wildfires were reported as of Tuesday. Mandatory and voluntary evacuation orders are in place for various communities, with shelters set up in cities like Winnipeg.
List: Mandatory and voluntary wildfire evacuations in Manitoba
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Manitoba is experiencing its worst wildfire season in recent memory, with over 17,000 people estimated to have been evacuated. A provincewide state of emergency was declared on May 28, and 27 active wildfires were reported as of Tuesday. Mandatory and voluntary evacuation orders are in place for various communities, with shelters set up in cities like Winnipeg.
Trending- 1 May 28, 2025: Premier Wab Kinew declared a provincewide state of emergency in Manitoba
- 2 As of Tuesday (June 3, 2025): 27 active wildfires across Manitoba, 111 to date
- 3 As of Monday (June 2, 2025): Over 14,300 evacuees registered with Canadian Red Cross
- 4 Until at least June 26, 2025: Provincewide state of emergency remains in effect
- Over 17,000 people have been evacuated
- A provincewide state of emergency has been declared
- Shelters have been set up in various cities to accommodate evacuees
- Ongoing efforts by Red Cross and provincial services to assist evacuees
What: Widespread mandatory and voluntary evacuations are underway due to severe wildfires across Manitoba.
When: Provincewide state of emergency declared May 28, 2025, until at least June 26, 2025. As of Tuesday (June 3, 2025), there were 27 active wildfires.
Where: Across Manitoba, Canada. Specific communities under evacuation include Norway House, Chemawawin Cree Nation (Easterville), and Pimicikamak Cree Nation. Congregate shelters are in Winnipeg, Thompson, Winkler, and Portage la Prairie. Some evacuees were sent to Niagara Falls, Ont.
Why: Manitoba is experiencing its worst wildfire season in recent memory, with a high number of active fires.
How: Wildfires are spreading, leading to evacuation orders. The Manitoba government and Canadian Red Cross are managing registrations and providing shelter and assistance.