About 9,000 out of homes in northern Saskatchewan as wildfires continue to burn

SASKATCHEWAN (NEWS 1130) – Emergency officials say the wildfire situation in northern Saskatchewan remains critical and about 9,000 people are out of their homes.

But there is some good news for people who were were forced to leave the community of La Ronge over the weekend

Fires and thick smoke encouraged others to start leaving their homes in the north more than a week ago.

About 1,000 military personnel are on their way to help fight the flames.

Six hundred soldiers are to receive basic firefighter training after they arrive and are expected to be on the ground Wednesday.

The others are to work in support roles, helping with deliveries and getting food and water to fire crews.

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