Lake George Wildfire Still Out Of Control

Brian Teepell/USPA 24 News - As of 13:35, the Lake George wildfire is experiencing increasing fire conditions. Additional tankers have been dispatched and are currently en route. One air asset was temporarily redirected to respond to a woods fire in Woodville, but has returned to Lake George.

The Lake George wildfire remains undisciplined, with a modest increase to around 250 hectares yesterday. There have been no reports of damage to structures. Crews are continuing their work to establish fire breaks around the perimeter.

Fire breaks can provide assistance, but they do not guarantee halting the fire. One type of fire break is dozer guard which is a path of bare earth made by a bulldozer and other machines. With no trees to burn on this path, it can help stop the fire from spreading.

Another type of fire break involves a wet line with hoses and pumps that draws water from a nearby lake, pond or river, thereby maintaining a wet perimeter around the fire to prevent its spread.

Currently, onsite resources comprise 23 Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and 30 local firefighters, in addition to four Northwest Territories planes, two Newfoundland planes, five contracted helicopters, and 18 pieces of heavy equipment. The next update is anticipated for late afternoon/early evening.

As of 16:05, the Lake George wildfire has breached a firebreak, traversed a creek, and is rapidly spreading through a region characterized by 'continuous fuel.' Newfoundland Water bomber 415's are currently stationed at the base, but have been requested to deploy.

Discover strategies for fighting wildfires at: https://novascotia.ca/natr/forestprotection/wildfire/pdf/wildfire-basics.pdf