It’s been a hectic summer for many in the north of Saskatchewan.

With constant fires, smoke advisories, and evacuations plaguing the area, it’s been anything but normal for businesses.

Read more: • ‘Just across the river:’ Fires near Île-à-la-Crosse subdivisions keep crews busy • La Ronge man charged with arson after allegedly starting major Weyakwin-area wildfire • Devastating wildfires have trappers bracing for ‘catastrophic losses’

According to the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA), as of 1 p.m. on Sept 7, there were 38 active fires still burning in the province.

Six are considered to be contained, 26 are under ongoing assessment, two are considered not contained, and four are labelled as protecting values.

Contained means suppression action is taking place and the fir

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