Provincial Fire Ban Now in Effect
The Portugal Cove – St. Philip’s Volunteer Fire Department (PCSPVFD) wishes to advise all citizens on behalf of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador that as of 3:45 pm on Friday July 11th, due to the high fire hazard rating for our Region, a provincial fire ban is currently in effect within the Region of Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s.
You can view the press release from the provincial government here, https://www.gov.nl.ca/releases/2025/ffa/0711n08/
The includes outdoor wood-burning appliances, charcoal BBQs and open fires. Propane firepits and BBQs are permitted. All permits are now suspended.
In the meantime, PCSPVFD are asking people to be fire safe when using propane firepits and barbeques, to keep a hose or fire extinguisher handy and follow manufacturer’s requirements regarding clearances from combustible materials.
The PCSPVFD will monitor this situation with the province closely and will update residents of any changes to the ban.
You can view the Fire Hazard Rating Index here, https://www.gov.nl.ca/ffa/public-education/forestry/forest-fires/fire-hazard-map/