🔥 Current Wildfires – Situational Update
📅 August 16 | 3:15 p.m.
There are 29 active wildfires across New Brunswick, with 6 classified as out of control. There has been no change in wildfire status since the last update. Response crews remain actively engaged.
🌫️ Smoke Alert
Smoke is being reported across the province. If you smell smoke, stay alert. If you see visible smoke or fire, call 9-1-1 immediately.
🚫 Please do not call emergency responders for updates or general information.
💨 If you’re experiencing breathing difficulties or chest discomfort, contact your physician or call Tele-Care at 8-1-1.
🔗 View Canadian smoke forecast
🔗 Health precautions for wildfire smoke
🚨 Evacuation Advisory remains in place for Fire 271 (Lavillette). Residents should be ready to evacuate on short notice.
🔥 Riverview
- Fire Ban: All open fires are banned. Barbecues and propane/natural gas fire pits are allowed, as they do not produce sparks or embers.
- Trail Closures:
- Mill Creek Nature Park: All trails closed.
- Dobson Trail: Closed.
- Riverfront Trail & Gunningsville Trail: Remain open.
- Events: Perseids Meteor Shower Party and Block Party for Wards 3&4 have been cancelled.
- Emergency Readiness: Residents are urged to maintain a 72-hour emergency kit and review evacuation plans.
🔥 Salisbury
- Fire Ban: All bonfires and fireworks are prohibited. Violations will result in fines under the Fire Prevention By-law.
- Trail Closures:
- Woodland Trail, boardwalk, and Parkin Street connector: Closed.
- Highland Park’s Wetland Trail: Remains open (outside wooded areas).
- Additional Precautions:
- Avoid parking on dry grass.
- Dispose of cigarette butts responsibly.
- Limit use of spark-producing machinery (e.g., lawn mowers).
- Emergency Services: Salisbury Fire Rescue is monitoring provincial alerts and assisting neighbouring departments.
🔥 Sussex
- Provincial Restrictions Apply:
- Complete burn ban across New Brunswick.
- All Crown land closed: No hiking, camping, fishing, or vehicle use in wooded areas.
- Camping allowed only in designated campgrounds.
- Private landowners are strongly encouraged to follow the same restrictions.
- Municipal Response: Sussex is expected to follow provincial guidelines. Residents should avoid wooded areas and comply with fire safety measures.
