Officials are keeping a close eye on a wildfire reported outside Churchill Falls.

The blaze was first reported yesterday afternoon near the ski hill.

Several firefighting methods were deployed both on the ground and in the sky.

Government says there is no risk to the community at this time and officials are continuing to monitor the situation.

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Fire crews are responding to a wildfire reported this afternoon near the ski hill in Churchill Falls.

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is currently actioning the fire with helicopters, while additional support — including a water bomber, a second helicopter, and three wildland firefighters — has been deployed from Happy Valley-Goose Bay.

Officials say there is no immediate threat to the community, but the situation remains fluid. The Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture is monitoring the response.