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Vulnerable residents of Weenusk First Nation airlifted after wildfire edged near community

Officials said the fire was 135 hectares and remained not under control as vulnerable residents were flown out as a precaution.

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A forest fire continues to burn near Weenusk First Nation on the Winisk River in the province's far north.

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Vulnerable residents of Weenusk First Nation airlifted after wildfire edged near community

A forest fire continues to burn near Weenusk First Nation on the Winisk River in the province's far north.

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Peawanuck evacuating due to nearby forest fire

Weenusk First Nation, located in Peawanuck has declared a state of emergency on June 2, and is evacuating residents to Thunder Bay due to a nearby forest fire.

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nwonewswatch.com broke the news on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
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