Grand-Falls Windsor N.L. – June 25, 2025 — A fast-moving fire on Wednesday afternoon tore through multiple structures on Glenwood Avenue and Oak Drive in Grand-Falls Windsor, damaging three homes and two sheds before firefighters were able to bring the blaze under control. Firefighters from the Grand-Falls Windsor Fire Department arrived after receiving the emergency call, only to be met with heavy flames and challenging conditions. The fire, which broke out under 28°C heat a

St. John's, N.L. — Firefighters with the St. John's Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) responded to a vehicle fire on Wednesday afternoon just after 4:00 p.m. on Duckworth Street near Church Hill. Upon arrival, fire crews found an SUV fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters quickly deployed an attack line and were able to knock down the blaze within seconds. Despite the swift response, the vehicle sustained significant damage and was ultimately destroyed. At the time of the fir

St. John’s, NL - Emergency crews responded to a vehicle fire off Pasture Land Road Tuesday afternoon after reports of thick black smoke visible from the nearby highway. The St. John’s Regional Fire Department arrived on scene to find a vehicle fully engulfed in flames on the pole line just off the road. Crews quickly worked to contain and extinguish the fire. There were no injuries reported and there is no risk of the fire spreading to the surrounding area. The cause of the f

Massive Fire Destroys Welding Shop in Donovans Industrial Park Mount Pearl, NL - June 23, 2025 - A commercial structure fire tore through a welding shop in Donovans Industrial Park early Monday morning, prompting a significant response from fire crews and road closures due to dangerous conditions. The St. John’s Regional Fire Department received the call just before 7:00 AM. When crews arrived on scene at the business located on Kyle Avenue, they were met with heavy smoke and

Early Morning Fire Destroys Vacant Two-Unit Home in St. John’s June 23, 2025 - A large fire broke out early this morning in a two-unit residential property in St. John’s, prompting a major response from fire crews. The blaze was reported just before 5:00 AM and quickly escalated due to the intensity of the flames and the potential risk to nearby structures. St. John’s Regional Fire Department responded with a full complement of resources, including three engines, two rescue u

St. John’s, N.L, Four people have been displaced following a residential fire on Neptune Road in St. John’s Sunday afternoon At approximately 12:45 p.m., firefighters responded to the scene near Bacclieu Street, where they encountered an active fire on the exterior of the home. The blaze had begun spreading up the outside wall and into the eaves and attic of the structure. Crews moved quickly to contain the fire, managing to knock down the flames within minutes of arrival. A

Structure Fire Causes Significant Damage to Mount Pearl Home Mount Pearl, NL - Firefighters from the St. John’s Regional Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire on O’Flaherty Crescent in Mount Pearl just before 10:30p.m on Saturday evening. Crews were called to the scene after reports of visible flames at the rear of a home. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered that flames had spread upward, reaching the eaves of the home. Three people were home in the upst

Conception Bay South, NL – June 15, 2025 – A residential fire on Chelsea Place has displaced four individuals but resulted in no injuries, according to the Conception Bay South Fire Department (CBSFD). Firefighters were called to the scene shortly after 1:00 p.m. on Sunday. Upon arrival, crews observed smoke coming from the structure. Firefighters quickly deployed attack lines and established a supply line to bring the fire under control. While the extent of the damage to the

Photo Credit: Caleb Farrell Saint Lunaire-Griquet, N.L. – On June 11th, A residential home in Saint Lunaire-Griquet was completely destroyed by fire in the early morning hours of Wednesday. At approximately 1:00 a.m., the Saint Lunaire-Griquet Volunteer Fire Department responded to multiple reports of a structure fire within the town limits. Upon arrival, firefighters found the home fully engulfed in flames, with thick black smoke visible in the night sky. All occupants of t

Tors Cove, N.L. - A residential structure fire in Tors Cove early Wednesday morning has resulted in the total loss of a what’s believed to be a cabin. Firefighters with the Witless Bay Volunteer Fire Department (WVFD) responded to the blaze shortly after 4:00 a.m., following a report from a passerby. Upon arrival, fire crews confirmed the structure fire and immediately began efforts to suppress the fire. The building was completely destroyed. The building was believed to be u

St. John's N.L - June 8th, A vacant structure on New Penneywell Road was heavily damaged in an overnight fire that drew a large response from emergency crews. The St. John’s Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) received the call shortly after 1:00 a.m., after Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) officers on patrol spotted smoke and flames coming from the rear of the structure. Firefighters arrived to find visible flames and thick smoke pouring from the structure. Crews acted qui

St. John's N.L – On Monday (June 2nd), Firefighters were called to a house fire in the centre-city of St. John's on Monday. The call came in shortly before 9:00 p.m. after a neighbour spotted smoke coming from the rear of a residence at 34 Suvla Street. Crews from the St. John’s Regional Fire Department responded within minutes to find heavy smoke and visible flames at the back of the home. Firefighters launched an aggressive attack from both inside and the rear of the prope

Carbonear, NL – May 31, - At approximately 1:35 p.m., the Carbonear Volunteer Fire Department responded to reports of a forest fire in the vicinity of Don’s Restaurant and Dollarama. The emergency call prompted a swift response, with Pumper 1, the Crew Truck, and the Equipment Van deployed to the scene. In a coordinated effort, Pumper 4 from the Harbour Grace Volunteer Fire Brigade was also dispatched to assist in containing the blaze. The fire was quickly brought under contr

A dramatic scene unfolded in the east end of St. John’s Saturday morning after a fire tore through a row of townhouses, sending thick black smoke into the sky. Just after 10:40 a.m., firefighters with the St. John’s Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) were called to Blackwood Place, where two end units of a residential townhouse row were fully engulfed in flames upon their arrival. Crews quickly sprang into action, deploying multiple attack lines and securing a water supply to k

St. John’s, NL — Fire crews from the St. John’s Regional Fire Department responded to a report of a fire on the exterior of the Lucky House restaurant on Duckworth Street just before noon on Tuesday. Upon arrival, firefighters located a small fire on the outside of the commercial building. Crews acted quickly to contain the flames, cutting holes in the side of the structure and removing insulation to ensure the fire was fully extinguished and had not spread internally.Damage

St. John's N.L - Firefighters with the St. John's Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) responded to a reported kitchen fire at Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill in downtown St. John’s just after midnight on Friday morning. The restaurant was closed at the time of the incident, with only a minimal number of staff reported to be inside the building. At this time, there is no confirmation on whether anyone was injured in the fire, and officials have not released details regarding the cause

St. John's | N.L. – Firefighters with the St. John’s Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) responded to a commercial structure fire at the Freshwater Road Apartments on Tuesday evening, May 13. The incident occurred around 7:15 p.m. at Building #2, located in the city’s centre. Upon arrival, fire crews discovered an active fire in a third-floor apartment, where flames had originated from the oven. The fire quickly spread, damaging surrounding kitchen cabinets and filling both the

St. John’s, NL – Crews from the St. John’s Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) responded Wednesday to a reported brush fire in the area surrounding the Johnson Geo Centre. Firefighters arrived swiftly on scene and were able to contain and extinguish the blaze before it spread further. The incident is one of many recent brush fires reported in the region, as dry and warm weather continues to create ideal conditions for such outbreaks. Residents Should take extra caution, especial

Marystown N.L. - On Friday (April 18), At about 4:00 p.m. Firefighters with the Marystown Volunteer Fire Department (MVFD) stated on a social media platform, saying they are on the scene a reported brush fire near Roger's Farm off Route 220. The Department is asking everyone to use caution in the area and be aware of first responders.

Newfoundland and Labrador (N.L.) - On Sunday (April 13), firefighters across the province have been busy responding to multiple reported brush fires. One in particular is a large forest fire burning on Random Island near the Town of Clarenville. Emergency crews were dispatched to the blaze earlier this afternoon, and upon arrival, the fire was so significant that they had to call in a water tanker. At around 3:00 p.m., Clarenville RCMP reported that the road to Random Island,