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30 Homes Remain Evacuated with Wildfire in Musquodoboit Harbour, N.S. Being Held
- A wildfire near Ostrea Lake Road in Musquodoboit Harbour, Nova Scotia, was reported on Sunday afternoon and has led to evacuations of about 30 homes.
- The fire grew due to dry vegetation, thick brush, and gusty winds, prompting crews to pull firefighters from the woods and focus on structure protection.
- Firefighters faced serious conditions but rain Sunday night slowed the fire, which remains active across an estimated 38 to 40 hectares.
- Scott Tingley, forest protection manager, said, "They did a great job to contain it" and noted the fire did not grow overnight, with 20 staff on site.
- Officials have maintained evacuation orders and established a comfort centre for affected individuals at the community centre located in Musquodoboit Harbour, advising the public to stay clear of the vicinity.
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Forest fire on Nova Scotia's Eastern Shore being held: Natural Resources
Residents that were displaced by a wildfire burning on Nova Scotia's Eastern Shore were allowed back in their homes Monday afternoon, as firefighters continued to douse hot spots on the blaze near Musquodoboit Harbour.
Winnipeg Free Press
30 homes remain evacuated with wildfire in Musquodoboit Harbour, N.S. being held
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Statement on Ostrea Lake Wildfire from Halifax Professional Fire Fighters
HALIFAX: The following is a statement from the Halifax Professional Firefighters on the forest fire in the Ostrea Lake/Eastern Shore area. “We are aware of the ongoing wildfire in the Ostrea Lake area. “Our thoughts are with the residents affected and with the fire fighters and police officers working to protect lives andproperty under extremely challenging conditions. “The fire conditions are serious, fueled by thick brush, dry vegetation, and …
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