Dry Winter Prompts Early Start to Forest Fire Season in NL

Dry conditions prompt early start to wildfire season

The 2025 forest fire season starts today on the Island, and in Labrador on May 15. The season is starting earlier than usual on the island portion of the province due to current dry conditions, with approximately 40 wildfires already reported. A burn permit is required to burn vegetation, wood and paper products during forest fire season. Permits are free and available at provincial forest management district offices. Wildfire suppression teams,…

Dry Winter Prompts Early Start to Forest Fire Season in NL

Provincial forestry officials are warning of an early start to the forest fire season. Unusually dry conditions due to relatively light snowfall accumulations over the winter months means the forest fire season officially begins today on the island and May 15 in Labrador. That means burn permits are required to burn vegetation, wood and paper products, and anyone planning an outdoor fire should check the daily Forest Fire Hazard Map daily to det…