York Factory evacuating as wildfires intensify

York Factory First Nation began evacuations Monday. (CTV News Winnipeg)

Another northern first nation is being forced out of their homes due to wildfires.

York Factory First Nation, located south of Split Lake, is working with the Red Cross to evacuate residents.

According to York Factory First Nation’s social media, people are being flown to Winnipeg to escape wildfire conditions.

Residents named as Priority 1 with medical conditions were being evacuated starting at 8:30 p.m. Monday night, with the rest to be flown out Tuesday.

The first nation said they will be sent to Winnipeg hotels. Those evacuating were being asked to register for Red Cross support.