A provincial government water bomber flies through smoke near route 60 in Holyrood in this file photo. Photo by Keith Gosse/The Telegram /THE TELEGRAMArticle contentResidents of the unincorporated area of Perry’s Cove have been advised that the evacuation order issued on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025, has been lifted, effective immediately.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentPerry’s Cove, however, remains under an evacuation alert and a regional state of emergency.Article contentArticle contentAll residents are permitted to return to their properties.Article contentThe provincial government notes that Route 70 remains closed north of Perry’s Cove to Northern Bay Brook Bridge. Residents returning to their properties are advised to travel through the detour around the closed section of highway via Route 74 and Route 80. Residents are asked to keep roadways clear.Article contentArticle contentOthers are asked to limit travel in the area to local traffic only. A roadblock will be set up at the entrance of Northern Bay Brook Bridge, to restrict traffic into areas still under an evacuation order.Article contentResidents are advised that there is still an active wildfire and there may be fire crews and associated equipment on scene working any hot spot areas. They can also expect to continue to see some smoke and action by aircraft. Residents are asked to proceed with caution and to seek guidance from first responders, if needed.Article contentA regional state of emergency remains in place for a portion of the Bay de Verde Peninsula, from Bristol’s Hope to Whiteway (the communities in the entirety of the Carbonear-Trinity-Bay de Verde electoral district).Article contentImportant Information for Returning ResidentsArticle contentReception Centre: Residents of Perry’s Cove will be provided masks, gloves, cleaning wipes, water testing kits and garbage bags at Carbonear Academy, 88 Valley Road, to assist them with the clean-up of their homes.Article contentArticle contentThose returning home will also be provided a copy of: Returning Home Safely After a Wildfire, a detailed guide for residents returning to their homes after being evacuated due to a wildfire.Article contentResidents of Perry’s Cove can still avail of the supports that have been provided to them at the Carbonear Academy.Article contentTransportation SupportArticle contentFor any residents who require transportation back to Perry’s Cove fully accessible busing will be available at 3 pm. at Carbonear Academy. The last bus will be leaving Carbonear Academy at 6 p.m.Article contentAnyone who requires transportation should register in-person at Carbonear Academy. For anyone that requires special assistance for transportation, call 709-729-0921. Pets will be required to be in a carrier/crate.Article contentGarbage Disposal/AppliancesArticle contentWaste disposal bins are located at the at the intersection of Route 70 and Main Street East (adjacent to The Pickle Factory), Perry’s Cove. Residents can dispose of household waste (e.g. spoiled food) at this location.
Evacuation order being lifted for Perrys Cove; alert remains in effect
