As of yesterday, there were 38 active fires in the Northeast District and all remain either held, under control or are being observed.

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry says says there are now 170 firefighters and support staff in the province supporting provincial efforts and that’s 35 lower than Wednesday.

The restricted fire zone remains in place for North Bay, Mattawa north of the Mattawa River, Powassan and Burks Falls.

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