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Provincial officials offered an update this morning on the status of wildfires burning across the province, confirming there are currently no evacuation alerts or orders in place. A province-wide off-road vehicle ban remains in effect, prohibiting ATV use on forested land. The restriction will be reassessed on August 17. Kingston Fire The Kingston Fire, now

The provincial government has confirmed that a large forest fire in Conception Bay North has caused damage to several structures and may spread to the community of Ochre Pit Cove later this evening. Premier John Hogan reports that the wildfire has now grown to cover over 5,000 hectares. The affected buildings are located in Adam’s

Premier John Hogan, alongside Minister of Health and Community Services Dr. John Haggie, Minister of Labrador Affairs Lisa Dempster, and other government officials, held a press conference this morning to update the public on the ongoing wildfire situation in Newfoundland and Labrador. Premier Hogan emphasized the seriousness of the current wildfire season and raised concerns

After weeks of dry and dusty conditions across Newfoundland, a welcome change is finally arriving. Over the next 48 hours, a widespread rain system is expected to move in — bringing much-needed moisture to parched landscapes and easing wildfire concerns. Rainfall Forecast (Sunday PM – Tuesday PM) According to the latest ECMWF model guidance, here’s

Multiple wildfires across the province prompted swift action from wildfire response teams, with officials reporting containment and continued suppression efforts. In Lewisporte, a fire that broke out earlier today has now been contained. Two water bombers and a bird dog aircraft were deployed to combat the blaze, supported by ground crews from Forestry and the

CHANCE HARBOUR –  Crews made solid progress today in battling the wildfire near Chance Harbour, but shifting wind conditions expected tomorrow could pose new challenges. Officials say strong north-northwest winds forecasted for Wednesday may drive smoke and fire activity toward the nearby communities of Jamestown and Winter Brook. While the fire is not currently expected