Forest Fire Season Now in Effect on Island of Newfoundland

The Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands says ground crews are being deployed to assist the Walsh River, Esker Road, and Cartwright Junction wildfires in Labrador, with bucketing helicopters and water bombers continuing operations. A fire ban under the Forestry Act has been declared for Labrador due to extensive wildfire activity and elevated…

The article notes that Newfoundland and Labrador and New Brunswick governments announced funding to help communities prepare for and respond to wildfires, including over $2.6 million in New Brunswick for 50 communities. It also cites a Public Safety Canada update indicating 2025 was the second-worst wildfire season in Canadian history with extensive…

The article reports that the forest fire season is now in effect on the island and that burning vegetation, wood, or paper requires a permit, which are free and easy to obtain. It also notes that campfires on soil, gravel, or sand may not require a permit depending on the daily fire hazard, and provides safety tips such as clearing wood piles away from…

Several Newfoundland and Labrador fire departments are taking proactive steps for wildfire season, including training, new equipment, and planned public education, with Bay Roberts installing a fire index sign and other towns instituting fire bans or building fire breaks. The province is funding FireSmart education for 58 communities, upgrading equipment…