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15JUN 202614h00

Through Thursday, scattered showers and thunderstorms will affect a large part of the territory. The fire danger will remain low to moderate in the Estrie region.

Remember that about 80% of wildfires are caused by human activity. As the vacation season approaches and during your outdoor activities, don't forget to check the fire danger daily on the mobile app. Let’s prevent preventable fires.

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  • 15JUN 202614h00

    Through Thursday, scattered showers and thunderstorms will affect a large part of the territory. The fire danger will remain low to moderate in the Estrie region.

    Remember that about 80% of wildfires are caused by human activity. As the vacation season approaches and during your outdoor activities, don't forget to check the fire danger daily on the mobile app. Let’s prevent preventable fires.

  • 11JUN 202615h00

    A low-pressure system accompanied by a cold front moving in from the west is expected to cross the province on Saturday, bringing precipitation to much of the territory. These conditions should help reduce the fire danger in the Estrie region. Cooler temperatures are also expected, along with localized thunderstorms, lightning, and stronger winds.

    However, caution remains essential throughout the summer season. Each year, about 80% of wildfires are caused by human activity. As the vacation season approaches and during your outdoor activities, remember that simple actions can make a big difference. Let’s prevent preventable fires.

  • 08JUN 202614h10

    Summer conditions are now established in the Estrie region, making it less vulnerable to wildfires. Rain is expected over the weekend, however the fire danger is likely to rise again early next week with the return of nice weather. Caution therefore remains essential.

    Each year, approximately 80% of wildfires are caused by human activity. As the vacation season approaches and during your outdoor activities, remember that simple actions can make a big difference. Let's prevent preventable fires.

  • 01JUN 202613h00

    Summer conditions are now established in the Estrie region, making it less vulnerable to wildfires. The fire danger will remain moderate for the upcoming days, but caution remains essential.

    Each year, approximately 80% of wildfires are caused by human activity. As the vacation season approaches and during your outdoor activities, remember that simple actions can make a big difference. Let's prevent preventable fires.

  • 28MAY 202616h00

    Summer conditions are now established in the Estrie region. The fire danger will remain low to moderate for the upcoming weekend, but caution remains essential.

    Each year, approximately 80% of wildfires are caused by human activity. As the vacation season approaches and during your outdoor activities, remember that simple actions can make a big difference. Let's prevent preventable fires.

  • 25MAY 202614h00

    Summer conditions are now established in the Estrie region. The fire danger has decreased on Monday to reach a low level, but caution remains essential.

    Each year, approximately 80% of wildfires are caused by human activity. As the vacation season approaches and during your outdoor activities, remember that simple actions can make a big difference. Let's prevent preventable fires.

  • 21MAY 202616h00

    Summer conditions are now established across the Estrie region, where SOPFEU is issuing a call for caution. The fire danger is rising in several regions and is expected to reach high levels over the next few days.

    Each year, approximately 80% of wildfires are caused by human activity. As the vacation season approaches and during your outdoor activities, remember that simple actions can make a big difference. Let's prevent preventable fires.

  • 19MAY 202616h00

    The fire danger will generally remain high in the Estrie region over the next few days. Caution is therefore essential.

    In springtime, dead vegetation dries out quickly under the effects of sun and wind, making it highly flammable and increasing the risk of fire starts.

  • 11MAY 202615h00

    Spring conditions are now well established in Estrie, and the fire danger rating system continues to be updated.

    In springtime, dead vegetation dries out quickly under the effects of sun and wind, making it highly flammable and increasing the risk of fire starts.

  • 23APR 202617h00

    Spring conditions are now well established in Estrie, and the fire danger rating system continues to be updated.

    In the spring, as soon as the weather improves, vigilance is essential. Dead vegetation (brush, fallen leaves, etc.) tends to dry out very quickly under the influence of the sun and wind. It then becomes highly flammable.

  • 16APR 202611h30

    With the snow cover now gone in Estrie, spring conditions conducive to vegetation fires are now present. SOPFEU has therefore begun publishing the fire danger index in this region.

    It is also in Estrie that the first vegetation fire of the season occurred, on April 9, in Danville. This fire was caused by residents carrying out debris burning.

    In spring, as soon as warm weather arrives, vigilance is required. Dead vegetation (brush, fallen leaves, etc.) tends to dry out very quickly under the effects of sun and wind, making it highly flammable.

  • 13APR 202610h00

    With snow cover now gone from most of the Estrie region, spring conditions conducive to vegetation fires are now present. SOPFEU has therefore begun publishing the fire danger index in this region.

    It is also in Estrie that the first vegetation fire of the season occurred, on April 9, in Danville. The fire was caused by residents conducting a debris burn.

    In the spring, as soon as warm weather sets in, vigilance is required. Dead vegetation (brush, dry leaves, etc.) tends to dry out very quickly under the effects of sun and wind, making it highly flammable.

  • 08APR 202615h00

    With the snow cover having disappeared across a large part of the Estrie region, spring conditions conducive to vegetation fires are now present. SOPFEU has therefore begun publishing the Fire Danger Index in this region.

    In the spring, as soon as warm weather arrives, vigilance is required. Dead vegetation (brush, fallen leaves, etc.) tends to dry out very quickly under the effects of sun and wind, making it highly flammable.