A First Nation in Manitoba’s Interlake region says one home burned down and several garages and outbuildings have been destroyed due to a nearby wildfire.
Peguis First Nation declared a state of emergency early Sunday evening as nearby wildfires spread over the weekend because of high winds, hot temperatures and dry conditions.
In a social media post this morning, Peguis says 350 evacuees were sent out of the community to Selkirk and Winnipeg due to heavy smoke, dangerous conditions and health risks.
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The post says one family lost their home on Sunday and the total damage of other structure losses is still being assessed.
It says the main wildfire is under control, but small fires continue to burn and crews remain active in the area to monitor hot spots and prevent flare-ups.
There are nine active fires burning in Manitoba.
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