One wildfire evacuation advisory that was issued on Sunday is still in place for residents in the eastern part of New Brunswick, while another was lifted Monday morning.

The fire in the Pointe Sapin area is now contained, and an evacuation advisory issued over the weekend is no longer in effect for nearby residents, New Brunswick's Emergency Measures Organization said at 9 a.m.

The fire affecting the area called Peatmoss Piles is one hectare. It's contained, meaning it's surrounded by barriers like bulldozer breaks or hose lines, which are expected to keep it from spreading if firefighting efforts continue. But the Peatmoss Piles fire is still burning and could potentially jump or spread.

The province's sole active evacuation advisory was issued Sunday around 6 p.m. for people living on

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