Ontario’s Worst Wildfire Season Ever | Canada News

Ontario is facing its worst wildfire season ever, with over 7,250 square kilometers already burned—breaking the 2021 record—and most of the destruction happening in just ten days. Severe thunderstorms and a 15°C heatwave near Thunder Bay fueled the flames, while climate change driven by fossil fuels is making these fires longer and more intense. Dozens of communities, including First Nations, have been forced to evacuate, and smoke has blanketed the province and beyond, severely impacting air quality. The largest fire, north of Thunder Bay, spans over 3,188 square kilometers. Though recent rain has slowed the blaze in the north, officials warn the danger remains high, with insufficient rainfall to fully extinguish the fires. August forecasts predict continued heat and dryness, meaning relief from the fire threat is not expected anytime soon. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9ddf3e0706761f2b