12 forest fires continue to burn near Kenora, Ignace, Fort Frances, and beyond.

Forest fires can be monitored via the provincial fire map.

As a result of the fires, Highway 617 remains closed from the 600 to Neilson Road.

However, Highway 599 is now open again, after being closed on Friday between Ignace and Silver Dollar.

Road closures can be monitored online.

This story may be updated as the situation changes.