GOVERNMENT OF SASKATCHEWAN DECLARES WILDFIRE STATE OF EMERGENCY
Government of Saskatchewan Declares Wildfire State of Emergency | News and Media | Government of Saskatchewan
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Due to the wildfires affecting communities across Saskatchewan, today Premier Scott Moe, in conjunction with the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA), declared a provincial State of Emergency.
As of this morning, there are 17 active wildfires in Saskatchewan and 15 communities have evacuated. To date this year, there have been 206 wildfires, well above the five-year average of 125.
This declaration provides enhanced powers to the Minister and SPSA that may be required to help address this unprecedented start of the fire season. The province does not take the exercise of these powers lightly, but they are necessary to enhance public safety. The state of emergency will be in effect for 30 days and can be extended if necessary.
The SPSA has committed to providing daily updates on the current wildfire situation to ensure that Saskatchewan residents are provided with the most up to date information.
Saskatchewan continues to be an exporter of choice internationally. Goods from our province reached 161 countries in 2024.
For the latest fires of note and the situation update, click here.
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SPSA FIRE BAN REVISED TO PREVENT FURTHER HUMAN CAUSED WILDFIRES
The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) has expanded the provincial fire ban to include:
- All vacant Crown land;
- Provincial parks located within the provincial forest; and,
- The provincial forest, including the Northern Saskatchewan Administrative District.
Travel may be impacted due to forest fires in northern Saskatchewan. Conditions can change rapidly, so it’s best to check in with the Hotline before hitting the road. saskatchewan.ca/highwayhotline
Message from Eric Schmalz, Minister of Government Relations - May 28
"While the wildfires remain active, I will be providing daily status updates from the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) on the significant fires affecting the Saskatchewan Rivers constituency. Please note that the information shared is current at the time of writing and may change as conditions evolve.
For comprehensive situation updates on all notable wildfires across the province—past and present—please visit:
https://publications.saskatchewan.ca/#/products/126166
Watch the live update from Premier Moe:
https://www.facebook.com/PremierScottMoe/
The SPSA is actively working to protect the Candle Lake area by installing fire guards north of Minowukaw. These fire guards will connect Candle Lake to the Torch area and involve widening Highway 120 to improve access and enhance safety for everyone.
On the west side of Candle Lake, the SPSA is also constructing a fire guard south of Hannin Creek through a cut block, linking the lake with the main road.
These efforts are focused on safeguarding our loved ones, lands and our homes. Thank you for staying informed and supporting our dedicated fire crews as they work tirelessly to keep our community safe."
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