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. Fermont's air quality stays poor as officials warn of health risks. Evacuation plans for vulnerable groups are now under discussion. Smoke and flames pose a major danger. Farther east, that region's air stays cleaner with few concerns in the area. Crews fight the blazes but efforts to control is slow. The situation is still changing now with no further orders set for neighboring areas.