Two new blazes were discovered Monday in the Watson Lake and Mayo fire districts, bringing the territory's 2013 fire season total to 155.

The most notable of the new fires was a human-caused start 51 kilometres southwest of Mayo near the North Klondike Highway, officials said today.

Given its location, immediate action was taken by helicopters, firefighters and airtankers.

"The fire was a concern because of its proximity to the highway and power lines and because it was human-caused,” said duty officer Dave Milne of Yukon Wildland Fire Management.

"Fortunately, thanks to quick response, we were able to keep the fire to a small size, but the public has to be sure their fires are put out properly, especially with these extremely dry conditions right now across the territory.”

As a safety precaution, the power lines in the area were de-energized for seven hours while wildfire personnel worked on the blaze.

This morning, firefighters are back on-site, and the blaze is expected to be fully extinguished later today.

The other fire Monday was lightning-sparked. It's in the Watson Lake district approximately 100 kilometres northwest of Watson Lake, near Sambo Lake.

As a precautionary measure, structural protection has been put in place on two cabins which are located four and eight kilometres from the fire.

Meanwhile, the recent warm weather has increased the scope of several existing fires in the territory.

In the Haines Junction district, officials are closely monitoring a fire on the west side of the Aisihik River, approximately 40 kilometres northeast of Haines Junction.

The fire is an estimated six kilometres from the Otter Falls hydro facility but is not posing an immediate threat.

Officials are also closely monitoring a fire in the Whitehorse district near Michie Lake.

The fire is nine kilometres from the closest properties but is very visible.

South winds continue to blow the fire away from the identified values, but smoky conditions can be expected, and the fire may be visible at times.

The fire danger rating is high in Whitehorse, Carmacks, Dawson, Haines Junction and Mayo, and moderate across the rest of the territory.

Meanwhile, with above-average temperatures again today, fire officials are urging the public to be safe when having a campfire and to ensure it is fully extinguished.

The public is also asked to report wildfires to 1-888-798-3473.

For the latest Yukon wildfire information, visit www.community.gov.yk.ca/firemanagement