# Ontario Wildfires at Breaking Point | Ottawa News

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Podcast: [Ottawa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ottawa-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7593255)
Published: 2026-07-19T01:14:02+00:00
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Ontario’s wildland firefighters are battling an unprecedented blaze crisis in the northwest, with over 150 crews — including reinforcements from Alberta and the Yukon — tackling more than 120 active fires still out of control. Visibility is nearly zero due to smoke, crippling aerial support and ground access. Firefighters are working grueling 18-hour days, sleeping in the bush for 19 days before two days off — while some regions like Red Lake are dangerously understaffed. Complicating matters, the province is reclassifying roles without changing titles, leaving pay and job clarity in disarray. Premier Ford insists funding will be provided as needed, but opposition leaders argue the base budget is down from last year and demand more year-round staffing and proactive fuel management to prevent future disasters. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4f3073f034da70be

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