This is due to dry conditions throughout much of the province.
The province-wide outdoor fire ban is still in effect until at least September 12th. This is due to dry conditions throughout much of the province. Violating a fire ban brings a first offense fine of $50,000. Permits to burn grass, brush or other materials are cancelled. Some usage of gas, kerosene, alcohol, propane or charcoal-burning units is allowed but not within 3.5 metres of any trees, brush or flammable material. Coals must be totally extinguished before being safely discarded. As well, off-road vehicles must have proper screening and fire extinguishers. The fire ban in NL has been in effect since August 5th.
One tractor trailer driver is dead and another is seriously injured after a collision in central early yesterday
Fisherman missing in the Bay of Islands was found dead early yesterday morning
Government is working on legislation to allow supported decision-making for adults who need it
Jigs and Wheels festival continues with Light Up the Bay this evening at the Bay of Islands Yacht Club
RCMP catch a wanted man in Stephenville by foot and in Flowers Cove, an ATM was broken into
