What is the name and location of the wildfire?
As of July 18, the Muskeg Fire is burning in northern Saskatchewan, Canada. It began on June 28, 2025, and has burned approximately 192,850 hectares (1).
The fire reached the outskirts of Beauval, a village roughly 340 kilometers north of Saskatoon, and is threatening nearby communities including La Plonge and Jans Bay (2). The fire is not yet contained.
For a more detailed look, see Saskatchewan’s air quality map.
Which cities or areas are affected by the Muskeg wildfire?
Cities and parks impacted by the fire include:
- Beauval
- Fort Black
- Jans Bay
- La Plonge
- Little Amyot Lake Recreation Site
- Moose Jaw
- Prince Albert National Park
- Saskatoon
What is the current containment status of the Muskeg wildfire?
As of July 18, the Muskeg Fire is at 0% containment (3). While the fire breached the edge of Beauval on July 10, firefighters managed to prevent damage to homes, with only one seasonal canteen destroyed.
The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency continues to coordinate response efforts alongside teams from other provinces and international partners. The fire continues to pose a threat to nearby communities, and conditions remain dangerous due to dry weather and lightning activity.
Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?
Mandatory evacuations have been issued for Beauval, La Plonge, and Jans Bay, displacing approximately 800 residents from Beauval alone.
In total, over 1,100 people across Saskatchewan have been evacuated and the province is under a state of emergency. Prince Albert National Park is under alert, with Parks Canada warning visitors and residents to be prepared to evacuate on short notice.
Emergency shelters have been arranged in Saskatoon, Moose Jaw, and other cities (4). Residents are urged to follow official alerts and not return until authorities declare it safe.
How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?
Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.
- Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
- Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
- Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
- Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
- Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
