Crews contain ‘significant’ wildland fire in Oakville, nobody injured

Oakville Fire says a “significant” wildland fire within the Sixteen Mile Creek trail system has left nobody injured.

On Monday at 2:20 a.m., crews were dispatched to investigate reports of smoke in the area of Woodfield Road.

Upon arrival, fire crews located the blaze, with smoke migrating into the surrounding area.

Multiple fire crews remain on scene and are actively working to contain and extinguish the fire. 

Firefighters say they expect resources to remain committed for some time as suppression operations continue and crews work to ensure the fire is fully contained.

Crews say at this time, there is no risk to public safety. 

While smoke may be visible in the area, the fire remains contained within the affected natural area and crews continue to monitor conditions closely.

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