Meadows Fire Rescue

05/28/2026

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As a reminder, forest fire season is in effect on the Island of Newfoundland beginning May 1, until September 30. Forest fire season will be in effect in Labrador from May 15 to September 30. Please see the Forestry, Agriculture and Lands news release:

https://www.gov.nl.ca/releases/2026/fal/0501n04/

NL FireSmart is a valuable information resource. Please follow the link.

https://www.gov.nl.ca/fal/public-education/forestry/forest-fires/wfp/firesmart/

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05/06/2026

The Town office has received calls from concerned residents about people burning grass and other things in open fires. This is not permitted as it is Fire Season.

Forestry, Agriculture and Lands
May 1, 2026

Forest fire season is in effect on the Island of Newfoundland beginning today, May 1, until September 30. Forest fire season will be in effect in Labrador from May 15 to September 30.

During forest fire season, a permit is required to burn vegetation, wood or paper. Permits are available from provincial Forest Management District Offices.

Permits are not required for campfires; however, when planning an outdoor fire, it is important to check the daily Forest Fire Hazard Map to determine the level of forest fire risk in your area.
Government stresses that following the unprecedented 2025 wildfire season, it is essential to remain vigilant and prepared for any challenges the 2026 forest fire season may bring.

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Homeowners play a big role in protecting their homes, neighbourhoods and communities from the threat of wildland fire. As residents begin spring clean-up around their properties after a long winter, we remind people that burning grass or debris in open fires is a dangerous practice.

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Grass fires spread quickly and are a leading cause of wildfires. They can escape control rapidly, especially in dry or windy conditions when embers can spread and often lead to wildfire responses.

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Information on how to prevent wildfires in communities is available at FireSmart Canada. There are simple things homeowners can do to help prevent wildfires.

05/03/2026

As expressed in the Town of Meadows post, we send our sincere appreciation to GlobalMedic (the respected Canadian charity David McAntony Gibson Foundation) for donating this most valuable wildland fire fighting tool to support protecting our community and surrounding areas, and wherever our support is needed.

Our wildland areas are fragile and vulnerable, and sometimes difficult to access with large fire fighting vehicles should the resources be needed; so, the partnership between GlobalMedic and our provincial Fire and Emergency Services to enhance rural wildfire response has definitely come to the rescue. This valuable mobile fire fighting unit, which can be carried in the bed of a pickup or in a trailer, is a major tool in our fire fighting toolbox.

05/03/2026

03/12/2026

Meadows Fire-Rescue sends a sincere thank you to the sponsors, volunteers, and riders who supported this year’s skidoo run; it was a wonderful day. We also thank Mr. Leonard Tucker for his kind donation of coffee, and his continued support for the department.

03/08/2026

01/30/2026

Meadows Fire Rescue extends sincere condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of our retired fire commissioner, Derek Simmons.

Derek was a professional, dedicated and devoted to our most valued provincial service; and his unwavering effort and support will always be remembered. He was a dear colleague and friend with a passion for our cause that was truly inspirational!

https://fillatre.ca/tribute/details/16245/Derek-Simmons/obituary.html -start

11/16/2025

The Meadows Santa Parade will take place on Saturday, December 13th at 5 p.m. Those who are entering floats are asked to line up on the west end of Meadows at 4:45 p.m. After the parade, everyone is welcome to join us at the community hall for carols and treats! We hope to see you all there.