The fire currently covers an estimated 250 hectares. (Province of Nova Scotia) (October 2025)

More firefighters helping to battle Lake George wildfire

Tara Clow October 4, 2025 10:57 am Last Updated on February 26, 2026 2:57 pm

Firefighters from British Columbia are now aiding in the fight against the Lake George wildfire that is still burning out of control.

They arrived in Nova Scotia yesterday and will stay for two weeks. They began working alongside the Department of Natural Resources and local crews today.

Resources today include 28 firefighters from the Department of Natural Resources, 39 firefighters from British Columbia and 31 local firefighters. Two planes from Newfoundland and Labrador and four from the Northwest Territories are also assisting.

A plane from Newfoundland and Labrador makes a drop over the Lake George wildfire. (Province of Nova Scotia) (October 2025)

The wildfire has now consumed around 267 hectares, and dry and windy conditions continue to be a challenge for firefighters.

The Department of Natural Resources says there have been no reports of damage to structures.

Crews are continuing to work hard to protect the surrounding homes and other buildings.

The evacuation zone remains the same. 275 civic addresses have been evacuated since the fire broke out on September 28.

The wildfire has forced the evacuation of about 350 residences. (Province of Nova Scotia) (October 2025)

Tara Clow

Tara Clow is a multi-award-winning news anchor and reporter with more than 30 years of experience at radio stations across Canada. She is a graduate of the Radio and TV Arts program at Toronto Metropolitan University and the Humber College radio broadcasting program. She is based in Moncton and covers stories across Canada. Contact Tara at clow.tara@radioabl.ca.

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