Canadian wildfires expected to continue through September, officials warn

Canadian wildfires expected to continue through September, officials warn

August 18, 2025 10:53 am MST.

Federal and provincial officials are warning Canadians in regions impacted by wildfires to continue to be alert as the season in expected to continue well into September.

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