Posted on: April 24, 2025 | Return to News
The 2025 forest fire season begins today, April 24, for Newfoundland. The season is starting earlier than usual on the island portion of the province due to dry conditions, with approximately 40 wildfires already reported. Forest fire season is in effect until September 30 for the entire province.
During forest fire season, residents of Conception Bay South must obtain two permits, both are free of charge, before they are permitted to burn an open-air fire.
The Conception Bay South Fire Department asks residents to assess the forest fire hazard rating before starting a fire, be courteous of neighbours while burning, and read the Town’s Open Air Fire Bylaw, which can be found by clicking here.