Published Aug 13, 2025Last updated 3 hours ago1 minute readA firefighter battles the wildfire near Susies Lake in Halifax on Tuesday. Photo by Province of Nova ScotiaArticle contentThe Department of Natural Resources says the Susies Lake wildfire in Halifax is currently being held.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentIn an update just before 9 p.m. on Wednesday, DNR said that the fire is “not currently growing but could change positively or negatively.”Article contentArticle content“A few firefighters will monitor overnight,” the department said in a post on X.Article contentAt the time of the update, the fire remained at 15 hectares. Halifax Regional Municipality said there is still no threat to residents and structures.Article contentArticle content“NSDNR and HRFE personnel will return early tomorrow morning to assess the state of the fire and resume firefighting efforts, as needed,” the municipality said in a news release Wednesday night.Article contentThe mandatory evacuation of all businesses from the plaza on the west side of Chain Lake Drive (civic number 205) to the Kent Building Supplies store remains in place. Article content“This measure remains in effect to support firefighting efforts, ensure the safety of residents and workers and to manage traffic in the area.”Article contentThe Department of Natural Resources says the next update will be Thursday morning.Article content
Halifax wildfire now being held, but ‘could change positively or negatively’
