Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency

06/07/2026

Thank you to the crews and operators that continue to work on the fire line this weekend and keep our province safe.

🔥As of 11 a.m. on June 7, 2026 there are 8 active wildfire.

🔥This year (to date) there have been 103 wildfires in Saskatchewan.

👉Check out out Active Incident page for more information https://www.saskpublicsafety.ca/emergencies-and-response/active-incidents

06/07/2026

CAYFORD Fire – Update for June 7

• The fire is 12,879 hectares and is listed as not contained.

• Crews will continue to take a direct attack approach to this fire, locking up priority areas to continue to meet our long-term objectives being the protection of nearby communities.

• Drone scans mapped the fire the evening of June 6.

• No significant growth expected for June 7.

• Weather forecasts are showing rain and potential thunderstorms in the area, which may affect transportation / ground assignments.

06/05/2026

🔥 Wildfires Statistics as of June 5, 2026 at 5 p.m.

▪️ Active: 9
▪️ Year To Date (2026): 101
▪️ Previous Year To Date (June 5, 2025 at 5 p.m.): 244
▪️ 5-Year Average To Date: 174

As wildfire activity continues, no primary homes were lost in the Lobstick fire.

06/05/2026

🔥 CAYFORD Fire Update: June 5, 2026 – 4:30 p.m.

- The fire is listed as not contained (approximately 68% containment); however, crews are working hard and making great progress.

- The fire has not grown today or yesterday and remains under 13,000 hectares.

- The SPSA has added additional firefighters to support suppression efforts.

- Dozers have established a tight guard on the northwest and are currently working along the west flank toward the south.

- A 6x6 water tender and a skidder with a water tank and pump are being used for isolated hotspot areas.

- Helipads will be cut to provide access to hotspot areas along the perimeter.

- Crews will continue to walk and patrol these areas, extinguishing hot spots along the north and west perimeters using pulaskis, shovels, soft water packs with hand spray pumps, and wildland firefighting pumps and hose.

- Helicopters are being used for aerial reconnaissance and monitoring, repositioning crews and equipment, bucketing, and cooling and extinguishing hotspots.

- Values continue to be protected and monitored.

06/05/2026

The SPSA’s Daily Fire Danger Map is a helpful tool for Saskatchewan residents and visitors to check fire risk levels across the province. This map reflects the likelihood of new fires starting.

🟦 Blue – LOW: Minimal risk of fire ignition
🟩 Green – MODERATE: Moderate risk of fire ignition
🟨 Yellow – HIGH: High risk of fire ignition
🟥 Red – EXTREME: Very high risk of fire ignition

Although today’s map is showing more blue and green, everyone is reminded to continue using caution and practice fire safety when outdoors.

👇 For the latest information, visit: https://www.saskpublicsafety.ca/emergencies-and-response/active-incidents

06/05/2026

🌊 Read the latest News Release from the Water Security Agency regarding increased outflows from Gardiner Dam, including the operation of the spillway to release water from Lake Diefenbaker.

A number of pages on the Government of Saskatchewan's website have been professionally translated in French. These translations are identified by a yellow box in the right or left rail that resembles the link below. The home page for French-language content on this site can be found at:

06/04/2026

Weather has a direct impact on aerial firefighting. When conditions reduce visibility, helicopters and aircraft cannot operate safely on a wildfire.

🛩️ Air tankers need at least 2 miles (3.2 km) of visibility
🚁 Helicopters need at least 1 mile (1.6 km) of visibility

Fog, smoke, heavy rain, and low ceilings reduce visibility. Without a clear view, pilots may have difficulty avoiding obstacles, terrain, or other aircraft.

☁️ A "low ceiling" means the base of clouds is close to the ground, limiting a pilot’s ability to see hazards and maintain situational awareness. When clouds are very low, conditions become too dangerous to fly.

Since the beginning of the LOBSTICK Fire, 10 helicopters have been assigned, logging over 300 flight hours.

06/04/2026

🔥CAYFORD Fire Update: June 4, 2026 – 12:00 p.m.

- The status of the CAYFORD fire is uncontained.

- The fire has approximately 60% containment, primarily from natural barriers and wet fuels.

- The fire has not grown today or yesterday and remains under 13,000 hectares.

- Type 1 and Type 2 crews are extinguishing hotspots in areas accessible by road on the west flank today.

- Dozers have established a tight guard on the north-west and are currently working on the west flank.

- There are significant number of resources inbound over the next couple days.

- Suppression activities are planned for the north, north-east, and the west flanks tomorrow.

The SPSA concludes their daily fire update on this fire and may change these activities based on operational needs.

👉 Check https://www.saskpublicsafety.ca/ for further incident information and for information on local fire bans that may remain in place.

06/04/2026

🔥 LOBSTICK Fire Update: June 4, 2026 – 11:00 a.m.

- The status of the LOBSTCIK fire is now contained.

- The fire has not grown; it is still under 19,000 hectares.

- Type 1 and Type 2 Crews continue to extinguish hot spots.

- The activity on this fire is moving into the moping stage; (Mop-up is the actions taken to extinguish a wildland fire or part of a wildland fire that has been fully contained – typically requires heavy manual labour).

- Type 3 crews may be brought in to help with mop-up work.

The SPSA concludes their daily fire update on this fire and may change these activities based on operational needs.

👉 Check https://www.saskpublicsafety.ca/ for further incident information and for information on local fire bans that may remain in place.

06/04/2026

Wildfires are a major threat — especially in villages, towns, rural municipalities and Indigenous communities in northern Saskatchewan.

The Home Ignition Zone (HIZ) shows how to reduce risk:
🟢 Immediate Zone: keep it clear of anything that can burn
🟠 Intermediate Zone: space out trees and plants, move flammable items away
🔴 Extended Zone: thin vegetation and remove dead material

Taking care of these zones can protect both your home and community.

👉 Learn more and download the fact sheet:https://firesmartcanada.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/FireSmart_HIZ-Poster-ENG_Indigenous-and-northern-communities.pdf