Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean

Spring conditions are now well established in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region. The fire danger is expected to reach high levels over the next few days.

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.

Spring conditions are now well established in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region, 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.

The region is still subject to winter conditions, with snow clearly present in the forest. Even though in the forested area the fire risk may be nonexistent, some areas are beginning to see the snow cover disappear, gradually bringing spring conditions to the south-eastern part of the region.

In spring, as soon as the snow is gone and good weather arrives, caution is necessary. Dead vegetation (brush, dead leaves, etc.) tends to dry out very quickly under the effect of the sun and wind. They then become highly flammable.

The region is still experiencing winter conditions, with snow well present in forested areas. The risk of wildfires there is therefore non-existent.