The damaged CL- 415 aircraft in the current fleet of five water bombers will be repaired and a request for proposals will be issued for two new “bird dog” (spotter) aircraft.
A 32 million dollar investment over four years will be used to establish a world-class Atlantic Wildfire Centre in Central Newfoundland. This will strengthen and enhance efforts to protect Atlantic Canada’s communities and forests. Located at Gander International Airport, the Atlantic Wildfire Centre will provide leadership and expertise in wildfire fighting and prevention, focusing on Specialized Wildfire Management Expertise, Applied Science and Data Localization, Training and Education Programs, Wildfire Response and Service Delivery, as well as Wildfire Management and Training Facilities. The damaged CL- 415 aircraft in the current fleet of five water bombers will be repaired and a request for proposals will be issued for two new “bird dog” (spotter) aircraft. New fire trucks, command trailers, sprinklers, weather stations and Nomex suits will also be added.
Crews battling major fire at Wild Cove Transfer Station
Steady Brook hearing a lot of concerns about speeding, as result of a detour from the TCH
Government signs new agreements to strengthen dental care for all ages
The Raymond Heights band are bringing traditional music back to youth
Government cancels construction at Martin Gallant building in Stephenville Crossing
