Saskatchewan is experiencing the onset of wildfire season, with six active fires reported as of May 27. Aaron Buckingham, president of the Saskatchewan Volunteer Firefighter Association, noted that the combination of deadfall from winter and dry conditions creates a highly flammable environment. He explained that relative humidity levels are critical; when temperatures exceed humidity levels, fire risks increase significantly. Despite some areas still having snow, conditions are generally dry. Prince Albert National Park has implemented a fire ban, and local fire departments have already dealt with grass fires, including one that quickly got out of control. Buckingham mentioned that while this year's wildfire season has started slower than last year, the forecast indicates that conditions could become favorable for more fires to ignite, raising concerns about potential escalation.