Drought-like spring conditions have contributed to a very busy, and early, forest fire season.
As of yesterday, seventy fires had been reported in the province so far this year, burning approximately 618.3 hectares. The most destructive was the one that raged through Adam’s Cove on May 7, destroying dozens of homes and structures.
That compares to just 11 fires reported over the same time frame in 2024, affecting some 9.1 hectares.
Signs entering Adam’s Cove burned by wildfire, May 2025 (VOCM News)
Fire Duty Officer Jeff Motty says the forest fire season began earlier than usual this year due to a reduction in the fall snowfall, and less than normal snow pack throughout the winter.
There were five forest fires reported over the long holiday weekend. All of which are now out.
Motty says all fires have been linked to human activity and he advises that people become familiarized with the rules surrounding forest fire prevention.
