With several northern communities dealing with wildfires, evacuations, and states of emergency, Thompson residents may be wondering what the local fire risk looks like right now.
Mayor Colleen Smook says recent cooler weather and rainfall have helped conditions around Thompson, and the city is not facing any major immediate risk.
But she says people only need to look at nearby communities like Lynn Lake and South Indian Lake to see how quickly wildfire situations can change.
Smook says residents can also do their part by using fire pits responsibly, paying attention to wind and dry conditions, and keeping combustible items away from homes, sheds, and other buildings.
