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Northern Ontario’s wildfire crisis shows flickers of hope—with 80 fires extinguished in two weeks—but 159 remain active, 30 dangerously out of control. Cooler temps and rain have aided crews, but relief may be short-lived. Fourteen communities were evacuated; five have already welcomed residents back, while 2,000 others remain displaced. First Nations leaders demand a full public inquiry into provincial response, citing abandonment and delayed aid. The government admits room for improvement but rejects an inquiry, pledging a post-season review. They’ve leaned on interprovincial, federal, and even Mexican firefighting teams for critical support. Officials warn the danger isn’t over: heat and thunderstorm warnings persist, with rising temps threatening renewed smoke and fires.

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