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17APR 202513h16

SOPFEU began issuing the fire danger index on April 3, 2025, in southern regions where the snow cover had fully disappeared, namely Estrie, Montérégie, and Centre-du-Québec.

Since then, SOPFEU’s team of meteorologists has been monitoring the daily snowmelt in order to expand the area covered by the fire danger index. The regions of Montréal, Laval, and Chaudière-Appalaches have since been added, along with parts of Outaouais, Laurentides, Lanaudière, Mauricie, Capitale-Nationale, and Bas-Saint-Laurent.

The rest of the province is still experiencing winter conditions, with snow still present in forested areas, which means the risk of wildfires remains non-existent.

The first wildfire of the season occurred in the municipality of Sutton, in the Estrie region, on April 15. This is considered relatively late compared to the seasonal average.

In spring, as soon as the nice weather returns, it’s important to stay alert. Dead vegetation—such as dry grass, brush, and dead leaves—can dry out very quickly with just a bit of sun and wind, becoming highly flammable.

Active fires by region

There are currently no active fires in this area.

Current restrictions

There are currently no restrictions in force in this area.

Additional informations

Civil Security and Evacuations:
Contact Urgence Québec at 1-877-644-4545 or visit the website for more information: quebec.ca/en/public-safety-emergencies

Road Information:
Contact Québec 511. Dial 511 anywhere in Québec or 1-888-355-0511 from elsewhere in North America. You can also visit: https://www.quebec511.info/

To monitor wildfire smoke, visit FireSmoke Canada

News History
  • 17APR 202513h16

    SOPFEU began issuing the fire danger index on April 3, 2025, in southern regions where the snow cover had fully disappeared, namely Estrie, Montérégie, and Centre-du-Québec.

    Since then, SOPFEU’s team of meteorologists has been monitoring the daily snowmelt in order to expand the area covered by the fire danger index. The regions of Montréal, Laval, and Chaudière-Appalaches have since been added, along with parts of Outaouais, Laurentides, Lanaudière, Mauricie, Capitale-Nationale, and Bas-Saint-Laurent.

    The rest of the province is still experiencing winter conditions, with snow still present in forested areas, which means the risk of wildfires remains non-existent.

    The first wildfire of the season occurred in the municipality of Sutton, in the Estrie region, on April 15. This is considered relatively late compared to the seasonal average.

    In spring, as soon as the nice weather returns, it’s important to stay alert. Dead vegetation—such as dry grass, brush, and dead leaves—can dry out very quickly with just a bit of sun and wind, becoming highly flammable.

  • 11APR 202515h06

    SOPFEU began publishing the Fire Danger Index on April 3, 2025, in the southern regions of the province—specifically where the snow cover has completely melted. This includes Estrie, Montérégie, and Centre-du-Québec. As soon as warm weather sets in, we need to stay vigilant. In spring, dead vegetation (such as dry grass and dead leaves) tends to dry out very quickly with just a bit of sunshine and wind, making it highly flammable.

    The rest of Quebec is still experiencing winter conditions, with snow still present in the forested areas. As a result, the risk of wildfires in those regions is currently non-existent.

  • 03APR 202508h52

    SOPFEU began broadcasting the Fire Danger Index on April 3, 2025, in the southern regions where the snow cover has completely disappeared. These regions include Estrie, Montérégie, and Centre-du-Québec. In these areas, the fire risk remains low for now. However, as soon as the warm weather arrives, vigilance will be required. In the spring, dead vegetation (brush, dead leaves, etc.) tends to dry out very quickly with a bit of sun and wind, making it highly flammable.

    The rest of Quebec remains under winter conditions, with snow still covering the forests. As a result, the wildfire risk is non-existent in these areas.

    Since the start of the wildfire protection season, no fires have been reported in Quebec.