Fires Still Threaten Town of La Ronge

by | Jul 6, 2015

Firefighting crews are back on the line as the Egg fire crept closer to La Ronge overnight. The fire east of the airport has moved a bit further south towards Eagle Point but has not reached the homes there, and firefighters and helicopters are dousing the line....

Military Personnel Preparing to Join Firefighting in the North

by | Jul 5, 2015

Officials with the Saskatchewan government provided another update today on the current wildfire situation in the province. Since the evacuation notice was given for La Ronge, Air Ronge and the Lac La Ronge Indian Band, 1136 people were registered at the JRMCC hall...

Extra Fire & Police Arrive In La Ronge, Sprinklers Set Up

by | Jul 5, 2015

Sunday Fire Update from La Ronge Mayor Thomas Sierzycki: July 5, 2015. 10 a.m. Fire is still at the La Ronge Airport and within municipal boundaries there. La Ronge Regional Fire, Buckland Fire, City of PA, Saskatchewan Environment actioned the fire throughout the...

Fire Fighting Efforts Continue in La Ronge Area on Sunday

by | Jul 5, 2015

Sunday Update: A general evacuation is in effect for Air Ronge and the Lac La Ronge Indian Band while a mandatory evacuation order remains in place for the Town of La Ronge. Only essential personnel are allowed into the area north of the Montreal River Bridge. The...

Mandatory Evacuation In Effect For La Ronge

by | Jul 5, 2015

An update on the evacuation for La Ronge, Air Ronge and the Lac La Ronge Indian Band. There is fire activity at the north end, about 3 kms north of the Airport. Crews from the Prince Albert and Buckland Fire Departments are now in La Ronge to assist. Mayor Thomas...

La Ronge Area Fire Evacuees To Be Taken To Cold Lake, AB

by | Jul 4, 2015

A general evacuation has been announced for the communities of La Ronge, Air Ronge and Lac La Ronge Indian Band. Leaders from the local councils made the decision shortly after noon on Saturday July 4. Fire activity has increased, and the Egg fire is now on the east...