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A Fire Department on the North Shore of Lake Superior. Talks about Highway 17 and Public Safety.
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Lutsen Resort owner Bryce Campbell has been charged with arson and insurance fraud in the blaze that destroyed the historic, treasured lodge once nestled along Lake Superior.
Lutsen Resort owner charged with arson, insurance fraud in North Shore resort fire
The 2024 blaze destroyed the historic lodge in the middle of a February night, when no guests were booked.
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December 4, 2025 at 9:39 PM
From St. Clair Fire: A solar power bank with a swollen battery. This is from overheating, overcharging, or age.

Do NOT charge, use, or repair it. Handle it with care and dispose of it at a proper e-waste or battery recycling facility.
It can catch fire or explode if punctured or exposed to heat.
July 28, 2025 at 7:37 PM
An overnight fire consumed an industrial pile of Birch logs in Marathon Ontario, 08 July 2025. A mutual aid request saw us send 3 pumper apparatus. All units were released just after 8 AM.
July 9, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Schreiber and Terrace Bay fire departments are on the scene of a recreational trailer fire on Ethel Street in Schreiber. Please keep clear of the area
May 14, 2025 at 1:46 PM
#Hwy17 is closed Marathon to White River due to weather conditions. #ONHwys
April 29, 2025 at 3:40 PM
#SaultSteMarieOPP is advising the public that Highway 17 from Pinewood Drive in Wawa to Highway 552 in Goulais River is CLOSED due to a washout near Jones Landing. Length of closure unknown.
April 29, 2025 at 1:21 PM
#Hwy11 is closed between #Nipigon and #Hearst. Start time 11:40 am.
April 12, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Hwy 17 fully re-opened at 08:50 am.
April 3, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Highways as of 6 am: Hwy 17 is closed White River to Nipigon. Hwy 11 is closed Cochrane to Nipigon. 511on.ca
Ontario 511
Provides up to the minute traffic and transit information for Ontario. View the real time traffic map with travel times, traffic accident details, traffic cameras and other road conditions. Plan your ...
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April 3, 2025 at 10:25 AM
Highway 17 is closed White River to Dryden. 511on.ca/ for updates.
April 3, 2025 at 2:39 AM
If you are still thinking about becoming a #FireRanger for the 2025 season, there are two weeks left to apply!

Check out this testimonial by Alexandra Cooper, Fire Crew Leader, who shares her experience: www.youtube.com/watch?v=QlIg...

#AFFES #BecomeAFireRanger #Ontario
Explore Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services: Alexandra Cooper, Crew Leader
YouTube video by ONgov
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April 2, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Annual reminder that April 1st marks the start of the Ontario Wildfire (Forest Fire) Season for the legislated inside fire region. The fire season lasts until October 31st. Outdoor burning regulations are now in effect. More information can be found at: www.ontario.ca/page/outdoor...
Outdoor fire rules and permits
The rules you need to follow to have an outdoor fire in Ontario and how to get a fire permit.
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April 2, 2025 at 6:21 PM
White out conditions on #ONHwys #Hwy17 between #Schreiber and Gravel River. Reduce speed or delay travel. #Rossport #PaysPlat
March 24, 2025 at 2:06 AM
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March 19, 2025 at 12:49 PM
#Hwy17 is snow covered. Traffic is backed up on #CaversHill due to stuck tractor-trailer units. #ONHwys #PaysPlat.
March 17, 2025 at 11:44 PM
#Hwy17 is snow covered. TTU's having trouble on Rossport and Cavers Hills. Give yourself extra time on area highways. #ONHwys #Rossport #PaysPlat #Schreiber www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJeO...
Snowplow (1967)
YouTube video by ArchivesOfOntario
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March 9, 2025 at 4:05 PM
#Hwy17 Santoy Hill Jack Fish, Trucks having trouble on the hill. Watch for obstructions. #ONHwys
March 5, 2025 at 10:26 PM
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March 4, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Schreiber and Terrace Bay fire departments, OPP, and Superior North EMS are responding to a serious vehicle collision on Highway 17 approximately 6 km east of Terrace Bay. Expect lengthy closures, avoid the area if possible.
March 4, 2025 at 12:04 AM
Motor Vehicle Collision #Hwy17 at Mobert Road #WhiteRiverON #MarathonON Expect delays. #ONHwys
February 28, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Single vehicle collision 15km East of #Nipigon blocking #Hwy17. Expect delays. #ONHwys
February 28, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Report of Motor Vehicle Collision #Hwy17 #Hurkett near Valley Road. Pull over for Emergency Vehicles. #RedRock #Nipigon #ONHwys
February 20, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Crews attended on Hwy17 just west of Pays Plat before noon today for a car vs tractor trailer collision. 1 adult was transported to the regional trauma center via air ambulance, while two other were transported by land ambulance.
January 8, 2025 at 1:38 AM
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You should have a carbon monoxide detector on every level of your home. Check to make sure your friends and neighbors have them as well. If you're traveling, bring a small carbon monoxide detector with you.

www.fox29.com/news/co-expo...
CO exposure: Actress, model Dayle Haddon’s death prompts safety awareness; what you need to know
Former actress and model, Dayle Haddon, died in a Bucks County home due to suspected carbon monoxide exposure. Her death has prompted local fire departments to remind people about the dangers of the s...
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December 30, 2024 at 5:07 PM
Deck gun from the first arriving apparatus made short work of this locomotive fire. Fire caused by engine block failure.
December 21, 2024 at 6:09 PM