Latest News About Wildfires near Quebec force highway closure

Wildfires near the Côte-Nord forced the closure of Route 389. Active fire zones made the road unsafe for travel. Fermont's air quality stays poor as officials warn of serious dangers. Evacuation plans for vulnerable groups are now under discussion. The fires pose a major danger. Farther east, that region's air remains cleaner with few concerns in the area. Crews fight the blazes but containment progress is slow. The situation is still changing now with no new evacuations set for neighboring areas.