While there’s no guarantee wildfire smoke won’t drift into Thunder Bay this weekend, those who live in the city or nearby might still take some comfort in knowing that the nearest active fire is burning a fair distance away.

According to Friday’s update from the province’s Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES) agency, Thunder Bay No. 25 was burning on a small island on Lac Des Mille Lacs, about 19 kilometres southeast of Upsala.

The blaze, less than one hectare in size, is one of three small fires that lit up on Friday.

It was one of 52 active fires across the Northwest that were being monitored by provincial crews, with only four of those classified as not under control.

“Wildland fire hazard is mainly high in the Kenora and Fort Frances fire management areas, moderate

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