New Minister gives an update on the Atlantic Regional Wildfire Centre

    Tuesday, 20 May 2025 06:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Forest fire season started on the Island April 24 and is in effect  until September 30th.

    So far this year, there have been 60 wildfires reported on the island with one in Labrador.  Forest fire season started on the Island April 24 and is in effect  until September 30th. Minister Lisa Dempster says there are lots of reasons for concern with changing temperatures and less snow, which is why we need to be vigilant. Meanwhile, she says work on the Atlantic Regional Wildfire Centre is underway. Dempster says when there is a fire, other provinces will help. She says they are actively recruiting firefighters in Labrador with only 21 currently on the ground.  

    To report a wildfire, call 1-866-709-FIRE (3473).


     

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