Latest News About Active fires pose risks in northern Quebec

Wildfires near the Côte-Nord forced a shutdown of Route 389. Active fire zones made the road unsafe for travel. The town's air quality remains poor as officials warn of serious dangers. Evacuation plans for vulnerable groups are now under discussion. The fires pose a major danger. Farther east, Bas-Saint-Laurent's air remains cleaner with few concerns in the area. Crews fight the fires but containment progress is slow. The situation is still changing now with no new evacuations set for other towns.