Harbour Main-Chapels Cove and Lakeview Volunteer Fire Department

06/11/2026

🔥Fire Hazard Rating for Thursday June 11th 2026🔥

Current Fire Hazard rating for the District of Harbour Main - Chapels Cove - Lakeview is High.

Forest vegetation continues to dry out with an increasing risk of wildfires. A wildfire could start easily and burn quickly. Wildfire suppression would be challenging.
* Permits to Burn brush and other materials are suspended.
* Outdoor fires (e.g. campfires) are permitted with conditions.
* Activities on forested land should be conducted with extreme caution.
* Use of fire works and sky lanterns is banned.

Please follow the strict provincial guidelines when having backyard fires and ensure not to burn on or around any flammable material, have a screen over your fire pit, have a sufficient source of extinguishment and check the wind forecast / Fire Hazard Rating prior to burning.

For more information, please visit : https://www.gov.nl.ca/fal/wildfiremanagement/

Stay Safe everyone

HMCCLV VFD

06/08/2026

🔥Fire Hazard Rating for Monday June 8th 2026🔥

Current Fire Hazard rating for the District of Harbour Main - Chapels Cove - Lakeview is Low.

Fires starts are unlikely. A Permit to Burn is required to burn grass, brush or other materials. Open fires (e.g. campfires) within 300 metres of forested land are permitted under Conditions.

Please follow the strict provincial guidelines when having backyard fires and ensure not to burn on or around any flammable material, have a screen over your fire pit, have a sufficient source of extinguishment and check the wind forecast / Fire Hazard Rating prior to burning.

For more information, please visit : https://www.gov.nl.ca/fal/public-education/forestry/forest-fires/

Stay Safe everyone

HMCCLV VFD

06/07/2026

Shout out to Firefighter Dalton and Firefighter Lewis-Simpson for dedicating their weekend to advance their training to Advanced First Aid. Big thanks to Victoria Volunteer Fire Department for their amazing hospitality and to our members for putting in the time to sharpen up their skills. Great work!

06/07/2026

🔥 Wildfire Preparedness Day Open House 🔥

The HMCCLV VFD would like to thank everyone who attended our Wildfire Preparedness Day Open House.
The event provided an opportunity for residents to learn about wildfire prevention, emergency preparedness, and FireSmart practices to help protect their homes, families, and communities.
Visitors were able to tour the fire hall, view equipment displays, and speak with our members about wildfire safety and preparedness.

A special thank you goes out to Town of HMCCLV, NL Forestry and FireSmart Canada for attending and holding discussions with community members about preparing for wildfire season and how to help prevent them.

Thank you for your continued support of the Harbour Main - Chapels Cove - Lakeview Volunteer Fire Department.

Together, we can help build a safer and more wildfire-resilient community.

Town of Harbour Main - Chapel's Cove - Lakeview
FireSmart Canada
Forestry, Agriculture and Lands NL

06/07/2026

🔥Fire Hazard Rating for Sunday June 7th 2026🔥

Current Fire Hazard rating for the District of Harbour Main - Chapels Cove - Lakeview is High.

The threat of a wildfire is increasing. EXTREME CAUTION should be used during any activity on forested land (e.g. ATV use, operating machinery). Permits to Burn are CANCELLED. Open fires (e.g. campfires) within 300 metres of forested land are permitted under Conditions.

Please follow the strict provincial guidelines when having backyard fires and ensure not to burn on or around any flammable material, have a screen over your fire pit, have a sufficient source of extinguishment and check the wind forecast / Fire Hazard Rating prior to burning.

For more information, please visit : https://www.gov.nl.ca/fal/public-education/forestry/forest-fires/

Stay Safe everyone

HMCCLV VFD

06/06/2026

Please remember to check our page for the latest Fire Hazard Rating or for daily updates go to https://www.gov.nl.ca/fal/public-education/forestry/forest-fires/fire-hazard-map/ . We thank you for your cooperation.

Campfires are permitted when the daily Fire Weather Index is Low (blue), Moderate (green), or High (yellow).

Campfires are banned when the Fire Weather Index is Very High (orange) or Extreme (red).

If you are having a campfire, follow these important safety rules:
🔥 Check the daily Forest Fire Hazard Rating before lighting any fire
🍃Avoid having campfires on windy days
🌲 Choose an open, clear area away from trees, brush, dry grass, and buildings
🏕️ Keep campfires on bare soil, gravel, sand, or contained in a screened fire pit
🔥➡️ Keep the campfire small and controllable
Keep a bucket of water or a hose nearby at all times
👀 Never leave a fire unattended
💧Fully extinguish the fire before leaving it – soak it, stir the embers, and soak again

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

Join us for our open house today. We look forward to seeing you!

♻️🔥Community Clean up and Wildfire Preparedness Day! 🔥♻️

Come on out this Saturday June 6th to assist with the Community Clean-Up and Attend the Wildfire Preparedness Day with the Town of Harbour Main - Chapels Cove - Lakeview, HMCCLV Fire Dept. and special guests from NL Forestry.

We look forward to seeing you.

Town of Harbour Main - Chapel's Cove - Lakeview

06/04/2026

Thursday, June 4: The Fire Weather Index is high and very high for much of the Island of Newfoundland today.

Check the Fire Weather Index map at https://www.gov.nl.ca/fal/public-education/forestry/forest-fires/fire-hazard-map/ for full details.

Permits to Burn brush and other materials are invalid. All outdoor fires, including campfires, are banned where the Fire Weather Index is very high.

Report a wildfire: 1-866-709-FIRE (3473).

Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

01/30/2026

🚒 Every Second Counts. Help Us Help You This Winter ❄️

When the snow piles up, fire hydrants can disappear fast. Taking a few minutes to shovel out the hydrant near your home could make a huge difference in an emergency. Clear snow at least 3 feet around it and make sure the caps and access points are visible. A clear hydrant helps firefighters get water faster when it counts most. 💧🔥

We thank you for looking out for your neighbours and helping keep our community safe all winter long!

HMCCLV VFD