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According to the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency, a total of 83 fires have already occurred as of April 29. The number is nearly four times the five-year average.

The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency has lifted the provincial fire ban after much needed rain and cooler temperatures swept across the Prairies.

With people out camping this weekend, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency is urging everyone to be careful with anything that could cause a spark as conditions are extremely dry.

The Buffalo Narrows Facebook page says hotel accommodations were offered in Lloydminster, and buses were loaded to escort evacuees out of the area.

Over the last week, forest fires have erupted in northern Saskatchewan, forcing many communities to evacuate.