SUV DAMAGED IN MOOSE COLLISION IN TORBAY

(Oct 31st)

Emergency crews responded to a single-vehicle collision involving a moose on Kevin Parsons Highway (Torbay Bypass) in Torbay Friday evening.

At approximately 7:15 p.m. on October 30th, personnel from the Torbay Volunteer Fire Department, Royal Newfoundland Constabulary and NL Health Services were called to the area near Indian Meal Line.

When first responders arrived, they located an SUV with extensive front-end damage. Firefighters and paramedics assessed those involved.

The moose had fled the area before crews arrived. Responders searched the area but were unable to locate the animal.

Traffic was slowed through the area while crews were on scene.

There were no serious injuries reported.