Canada: Emergency crews working to contain wildfires in central Labrador, Newfoundland and Labrador Province, as of late June 19

Emergency crews are working to contain multiple wildfires burning across central Labrador, Newfoundland and Labrador Province, as of late June 19. The Mount Hyde Lake Wildfire and Twin Falls Wildfire started June 14 and have affected around 702 hectares (1,734 acres) and 1,816 hectares (4,487 acres), respectively. Authorities have issued evacuation orders for the town of Churchill Falls. Residents are advised to travel east to Happy Valley-Goose Bay; the YMCA is the check-in point for evacuees. Transportation is provided at the Town Centre Foyer or the Staffhouse Bus area at the generating station's staff housing facilities for those who require it.

Depending on the progression of the wildfires, the status of nearby roads could change over the coming hours and days. Authorities will likely close additional routes within the wildfire complexes and evacuate more communities due to fire activity and the needs of response operators. The return of residents could disrupt traffic flows after authorities lift evacuation orders. Low visibility from smoke and possible ashfall could contribute to traffic delays and congestion in the region. Wildfires may damage power lines and other electricity infrastructure; intermittent power outages are possible in affected areas until restoration work is complete.