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Pelee Fire Out

fireA marsh fire at Point Pelee National Park has been doused.

Leamington fire officials say fire fighters and park staff were given a helping hand by this morning’s rain.

In all, about 125 hectares of marsh was lost in the blaze.

Emergency crews first responded to the park around 8 last night, with Parks Canada forest fire crews arriving early this morning.