New Brunswick has 13 active wildfires, with two of them currently uncontrolled.

Wildfires continue to pose a threat in New Brunswick, with nine active blazes currently being monitored and patrolled. The province is experiencing a total of 13 active wildfires, with the wildfires south of Lavillette in Northumberland County and at Beaver Lake Stream remaining out of control.

When a wildfire is being monitored, it is a known, out-of-control fire that is not immediately threatening life or infrastructure. It is being monitored by aircraft or satellite, but no resources are currently assigned to contain it. On the other hand, a wildfire that is out of control is still spreading and not contained.

In response to the wildfire activity, the New Brunswick Emergency Measures Organization (NBEMO) has issued an advisory to clarify the difference between an evacuation advisory and an evacuation alert. An evacuation advisory means residents should be ready to leave on short notice, packing essentials and being prepared to go quickly if conditions change. Residents near wildfire activity are advised to prepare for potential evacuation on short notice.

On the other hand, an evacuation alert means the wildfire poses an imminent risk, and residents should leave immediately, following the instructions in the Alert Ready notification and going to the designated safe location. The responsible authority for issuing evacuation orders during wildfires in Neubraunschweig is the local fire department in coordination with the municipal emergency management office.

The NBEMO also advises staying informed to act quickly and safely during an evacuation alert. An emergency kit should include supplies for at least 72 hours, such as water, food, flashlight, radio, batteries, first aid, masks for smoke filtration, prescription medications, pet food, and other essentials.

Two wildfires in New Brunswick have been classified as out, and one wildfire is under control, while another has been contained. The provincewide burn ban remains in effect, and residents are reminded to exercise caution and avoid any activities that could spark a wildfire.

The Alert Ready notification system is a tool used to deliver emergency alerts to Canadians, and residents are encouraged to sign up for the service to receive timely and important information during emergencies. By staying informed and prepared, residents can help keep themselves and their loved ones safe during wildfire season.