Dean

Vancouver crowd reacts to the camera panning to Trump during the FIFA World Cup Final.

Extreme heat waves and record-breaking dry conditions are resulting in one of the most intense wildfire seasons in Canadian history. The fires are especially devastating in Northwestern Ontario, where more than 10 communities have already been evacuated. In response to the devastating fires, Canada is taking an all-hands-on-deck approach. More than 5,300 firefighting personnel have been deployed across the country. Nearly 300 aircraft are in the field — from waterbombers and helicopters to evacuation aircraft. We are leveraging data, drones, new technology, and advanced thermal imaging to support real-time detection and mitigation efforts. On behalf of Canadians, I extend my gratitude to the first responders and volunteers who are on the frontlines. We will mobilise every resource needed to keep Canadians safe.

I live in Wisconsin. I really hate Canada right now.

Minnesota wildfires continue to burn, with the Bear Trap Fire in the BWCA now 34,422 acres, crossing into Ontario Canada. The other fire that crossed into Canada is the Thumb Fire, now 15,300+ acres. Smokey conditions moderated fire activity a bit, but it also kept aircraft from engaging the fires. The Little Knife Fire burned into Minnesota from Canada and is 30,000 acres. The Sioux Fire is pushing 11,000 acres, and the Camp Fire outside Ely is 4,200 acres. There is a lot of fire on the ground, and resources continue to arrive to assist in suppression actions. 📷 1: Christine Suzanne who’s husband is a Fire Boss pilot. 📷: Tyler Carlson, resident of Ely.