For the most up to date information on the wildfires, visit www.gov.nl.ca/alerts and follow the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador on Facebook and on X.

 Regional State of Emergency
A regional state of emergency remains in place for a portion of the Bay de Verde Peninsula, from Bristol’s Hope to Whiteway (the communities in the entirety of the Carbonear-Trinity-Bay de Verde electoral district).

Revised Current Evacuation Orders

• Town of Small Point–Adam’s Cove–Blackhead–Broad Cove
• Unincorporated area of Western Bay
• Unincorporated area of Kingston
• Unincorporated area of Ochre Pit Cove
• Unincorporated area of Northern Bay – except for the areas north of Northern Bay Brook Bridge

Revised Current Evacuation Alerts

• Town of Victoria
• Town of Salmon Cove
• Unincorporated area of Burnt Point-Gull Island-Northern Bay – areas north of Northern Bay Brook Bridge
• Unincorporated area of Perry’s Cove

Wildfire Information

Kingston
The status of the Kingston wildfire has been changed to “Being Held.” Dedicated suppression efforts by both air and ground crews and favourable weather have prevented the fire from spreading further beyond its current boundaries, estimated at 10,095 hectares.

Today, ground crews from Newfoundland and Labrador and British Columbia, and local fire departments completed a full day of suppression efforts with crews working to locate and address hot spots. Aerial assets were grounded due to weather conditions this morning but heavy capacity helicopters were active along the western edge this afternoon into the evening to assist with hot spot suppression.

Weather conditions for the coming days are expected to be favourable, with increased humidity, cooler temperatures, and a likelihood of rain. The Incident Management Team continues to focus crews in areas where hot spots remain active. In some locations, these hot spots are as deep as six feet into the ground, resulting in persistent smoke.

Martin Lake
The Martin Lake wildfire remains under control. Over the coming days, ground crews from the province will continue their efforts to locate and suppress hot spots. Resource roads in the cabin areas around Martin Lake have re-opened. Cabin owners may notice light smoke over the next few weeks. If you see open flames or thick smoke, please report it immediately.

Paddy’s Pond
The Paddy’s Pond wildfire has been declared out, thanks to the tremendous efforts of ground and aerial suppression crews, volunteer fire departments, and Canadian Armed Forces members.

Reception Centres Changes

AYLA Centre
The welcome centre at the AYLA Centre, Lower Island Cove closed at 5:00 p.m. today. The Salvation Army Mobile Unit will remain in the area following the closure to distribute water to residents.

Splash Centre (Harbour Grace)
The new reception centre location is the Splash Centre, 30A Cathedral Street, Harbour Grace, and is staffed by Canadian Red Cross, the Salvation Army, government officials and numerous volunteers.

The centre is providing refreshments, mental health supports, help with emergency accommodations and other supports to impacted residents who need them.

Other Important Information
Please visit: www.gov.nl.ca/alerts for more information on the following:

• Education
• Reception centre information
• Emergency financial assistance
• Health care, mental health
• Air quality
• Water quality
• Off-road vehicles
• Provincial Parks
• Information for Returning Residents of Perry’s Cove
• Information for Returning Residents of Burnt Point-Gull Island, Portion of Northern Bay (areas NORTH of Northern Bay Brook Bridge)

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