A cabin near Fort Smith was destroyed by a wildfire, the GNWT announced following a reconnaissance flight on Oct. 3.
The structure was located about 40 km from the community, on the the southeast section of wildfire SS069.
The owner of the cabin has been notified of this development, according to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (ENR).
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The blaze remains active.
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Fire danger is expected to remain high or extreme at all monitoring stations in the South Slave, and many stations in the Dehcho and North Slave regions over the next three days, the department added.
SA国际影视传媒淥ur wildfire team continues to monitor wildfires closely, and will action those which threaten values SA国际影视传媒� like cabins, infrastructure, and communities SA国际影视传媒� when possible,SA国际影视传媒� ENR stated. SA国际影视传媒淭hese conditions also mean everyone needs to remain especially vigilant when using fire on the land in the central or southern portions of the territory. We never want to see folks lose things in fires. These values are important to peopleSA国际影视传媒檚 livelihoods and wellness. ThatSA国际影视传媒檚 why our wildfire team works tirelessly to do whatever is possible to protect structures, while ensuring safety of responders and protection of communities season after season.
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ENR reminds residents that its also their responsibility to protect their homes, cabins, and camps, particularly by following measures recommended through the FireSmart program before a threatening blaze arrives.
FireSmart involves removing items that can burn from around structures, and building with fire resistance in mind.
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