Wildfire activity across New Brunswick remains steady, with just one new fire reported out of control near Pointe-Sapin.

The Department of Natural Resources reported 17 active wildfires as of 7:45 a.m. on Sunday.

Ten are being patrolled, three are contained, and three are classified as out of control.

The Beaver Lake Stream fire, located west of Red Bank, remains out of control at 238 hectares.

The Rocky Brook fire, located northwest of Bathurst, remains out of control, with an estimated size of approximately 184 hectares.

A third fire near Pointe-Sapin, in the Peatmoss Piles area, has triggered an evacuation advisory for residents living within a two-kilometre radius of 200 Daigle Road.

Officials are urging those in the area to prepare for possible evacuation and to review their emergency plans. An evacuation alert will be issued if conditions worsen.

Meanwhile, a wildfire that was recently reported in the Moncton area, near Crandall University, which was previously listed as out of control, is now being patrolled, according to the wildfire activity reporting system.

The Oldfield Road fire north of Miramichi, which had been a major concern earlier in the week, remains contained at 1,400 hectares.

All recreational activities on Crown land remain prohibited, and the province-wide fire ban is still in effect.

Special air quality statement issued

A special air quality statement has also been issued for Moncton and parts of southeast New Brunswick, including Fundy National Park.

Environment Canada says smoke from a wildfire burning near Long Lake in Annapolis County, Nova Scotia, may be reducing local air quality in the region.

Residents in affected areas are advised to limit time outdoors, especially those more vulnerable to smoke exposure, including young children, older adults, and people with pre-existing health conditions.

Officials recommend keeping windows and doors closed and using clean air filters indoors where possible.

They also continue to ask residents to avoid travel in affected areas unless necessary, to allow emergency crews to work safely.

The public is reminded to stay informed and follow all restrictions to help prevent new wildfires.