Saint John Asking People Sleeping in Wooded Areas to Move Out Amid Dry Weather

Homeless relocated from encampments due to dry conditions

Residents of five homeless encampments in the Saint John area have been temporarily relocated due to fears of potential fires with the current dry, hot conditions in the province.

Saint John asking people sleeping in wooded areas to move out amid dry weather

Saint John Mayor Donna Reardon said the city is asking people who are sleeping in tents in Rockwood Park to move to safer spots amid ongoing dry weather that has led to burn bans.