Wildfires Threaten Kawartha Lakes Area, a Summer Sanctuary for Toronto Cottagers

Wildfires threaten Kawartha Lakes area, a summer sanctuary for Toronto cottagers

Four major fires broke out in the region in the past week. Spotty showers and cooler overnights have brought some relief, but dry conditions persist

Kawartha Lakes wildfire burns out of control as rain does little to aid firefighting efforts

While city officials said Tuesday’s rain helped decrease the fire hazard in some areas, that relief may be only temporary.

Fire crews battling two active wildfires in Kawartha Lakes

Kawartha Lakes officials say two wildfires continue to blaze in Ontario's cottage country as the provincial Ministry of Natural Resources reports no changes to the status of the active fires.

Kawartha Lakes wildfires burn out of control as rain does little to aid firefighting efforts

While city officials said Tuesday’s rain helped decrease the fire hazard in some areas, that relief may be only temporary.

Kawartha Lakes rain ‘didn’t do a whole lot,’ mayor says as wildfires burn

Officials say the forecasted rain did not aid in reducing the active fires in the Kawartha Lakes region, with more dry, hot conditions expected this week.

Three wildfires active in Kawartha Lakes; one being held, one out of control

Fire crews are still battling three active wildfires in Kawartha Lakes, with hot, dry weather continuing to challenge efforts. The Burnt River fire, covering 27 hectares, is now classified as Being Held after days of work by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Kawartha Lakes Fire and Rescue Service. Deputy Chief Jeff Bignell thanked crews for their “challenging” suppression efforts. The Kirkfield fire, spanning 33.5 hectares, remains Out of Co…