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Newfoundland Wildfire Evacuees Face Loss and Uncertainty as Flames Destroy Homes Across Province

State of Emergency · Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland Wildfire Evacuees Face Loss and Uncertainty as Flames Destroy Homes Across Province

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Thousands flee as firefighting efforts continue amid persistent dry conditions See the Story

ATVs temporarily banned from forested areas in N.L., says premier

Wildfires · Newfoundland and Labrador

ATVs temporarily banned from forested areas in N.L., says premier

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In the face of wildfires and finite resources, Premier John Hogan says off-road vehicles, such as ATVs, side-by-sides and dirt bikes, are banned from forested areas until at least Aug. 17.See the Story

RNC Issue Another Warning About Field Parties

St. John's · St. John's

RNC Issue Another Warning About Field Parties

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary is warning of the dangers of hosting and attending field parties, especially given the very serious situation facing the province right now due to wildfires. The Constabulary says they are aware of one party planned for this weekend, which they call “particularly concerning” given the provincial fire ban. Though the RNC do not state where the field party is supposed to be, they do say the area will be closely …See the Story

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The Department of Fisheries, Forestry, and Agriculture is reassuring residents of Conception Bay North that ev...Agriculture · Newfoundland and Labrador See the Story

Public Advisory: Evacuation Order Lifted for a Portion of the Town of Paradise - News Releases

The evacuation order, issued on August 12, 2025, for a section of the Town of Paradise has been officially lifted by the municipality. Impacted residents in the following areas below can return to their properties effective immediately: Paradise residents –... Read More about Public Advisory: Evacuation Order Lifted for a Portion of the Town of ParadiseParadise, Newfoundland and Labrador · Paradise Read Article

Beagle Paws Decides Paddy's Pond Fire 'Too Close for Comfort,' Evacuates Dogs

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The eight dogs in the Beagle Paws rescue, about six kms from Paddy's Pond fire in St. John's, are with emergency foster familiesSt. John's · St. John's See the Story

Premier Hogan Holding Briefing on Wildfire Situation; VOCM News Will Carry it Live

Premier John Hogan will provide an update on the wildfire situation in the province, including the new blaze b...Air Quality · Newfoundland and Labrador See the Story

One-time Financial Assistance Being Offered to Fire Evacuees

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Media Advisory: Premier Hogan and Ministers Available to Media - News Releases

The Honourable John Hogan, KC, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will be available to the media today (Friday, August 8) for an update on the status of the wildfires in the province. Premier Hogan will be joined by the Honourable... Read More about Media Advisory: Premier Hogan and Ministers Available to MediaWildfires · St. John's Read Article

Province-Wide Fire Ban in Effect Until September

A province-wide fire ban is in effect until the second week of September. Forestry Minister Lisa Dempster made the announcement during a news conference earlier today for an update on two forest fires on the Avalon Peninsula. She says they will make a decision on whether or not to lift the ban on September 7th. A province-wide fire ban is now in effect in Newfoundland and Labrador and will remain in place until at least Sept. 7, when a determin…Caraquet · Caraquet See the Story

Wildfire Burning in Holyrood Forces Evacuation of some Residents, Including Neighbouring C.B.S.

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A wildfire burning near Holyrood, N.L., has forced the closure of a part of Route 60 — a main road that runs through the middle of the community.Evacuations · Holyrood See the Story