Musgrave Harbour Wildfire Update

Musgrave Harbour issued an evacuation order yesterday due to an out-of-control wildfire. The evacuation order remains in place.

Work is ongoing with federal, municipal and community partners to ensure the health and safety of residents in Musgrave Harbour.

Currently, the wildfire near Musgrave Harbour is about 1,800 hectares and remains approximately two kilometres away from the town. An Incident Management Team has been established to manage this wildfire.

A drop in wind and an increase in humidity has slowed its growth. Officials are expecting precipitation over the next 12-24 hours which should assist with suppression.

Wildfire suppression ground resources and air support are actioning the fire including water bombers, three helicopters, a bird dog aircraft and crews.