August 27, 2025
The Kingston wildfire remains active, with lingering smoke continuing to affect the western boundary. The Incident Management Team reports a steady decrease in overall fire activity, however, it is still classified as “Out of Control.” The wildfire remains estimated at 10,095…
August 26, 2025
Heavy rain throughout today will bring needed relief to the Kingston wildfire and crews are reporting over 10 millimetres of rain on the fire already this morning. The wildfire remains active, with lingering smoke continuing to affect the western boundary….
August 25, 2025
Forest resource roads previously closed in the Martin Lake area due to wildfire will re-open tomorrow (Tuesday, August 26) at 8:00 a.m. This includes access to Martin Lake, Miguel Lake, Great Rattling Brook and Rushy Pond. The Martin Lake wildfire…
August 25, 2025
Kingston Crews will maintain their strong response against the Kingston wildfire today, using targeted and consistent suppression strategies. The fire remains smoky along the northern and western boundaries. On the ground, a dozen crew members from Newfoundland and Labrador, 20…
August 24, 2025
Kingston Today’s forecast of clear skies, south-west winds and sunshine mean favourable conditions for aerial and ground suppression. The ceiling is clearing above the Kingston wildfire, allowing for heavy capacity helicopters to assist with bucketing and work the edge of…
August 23, 2025
Kingston The Kingston wildfire is still active. Aerial suppression continues today, with helicopters and a bird dog aircraft. Waterbombers are on standby. Ground crews from Newfoundland and Labrador, Ontario and British Columbia are on site, assisted by personnel from the…
August 22, 2025
PAL Aerospace conducted aerial thermal scans of all three wildfire areas overnight to identify areas of concern. This work provides insights into where hot spots might be occurring around houses and communities, and across terrain. Once this data is analyzed,…
August 21, 2025
Forestry officials have re-opened a portion of the resource road at Miguel Lake, located three kilometres from Route 360 (Bay d’Espoir Highway). PLEAE NOTE: This road is only open to cabins located at Miguel Lake. Access to cabins beyond Miguel Lake,…
August 21, 2025
Kingston The Kingston Wildfire remains active, but has experienced no growth. Recent weather conditions have supported suppression efforts and reduced fire behaviour. Clear skies today will allow for a full aerial attack. Eight water bombers will work the north and…
August 20, 2025
The temporary restriction on off-road vehicles will end tonight at 11:59 p.m. The province-wide fire ban remains in effect in Newfoundland and Labrador. This ban will be in place until at least September 7, when a determination will be made…
