Red Lake residents ordered to evacuate area as forest fire burns nearby “Air attack, Initial Attack FireRangers and heavy equipment worked throughout the day to slow the fire’s progress.”Red Lake Mayor Fred Mota said Wednesday everyone needs to evacuate.
He asked residents to proceed to the airport and said anyone who needs help evacuating can call 807-727-7106.“We are experiencing heavy smoke conditions today and we understand this will continue throughout the day as the fire is in very close proximity to Red Lake.Aviation Forest Fire and Emergency Services told the Kenora Miner & News Wednesday said the cause of the fire is still being investigated.The OPP said they are not investigating an arson in the area..