New wildfire reception centre being established at Splash Centre in Harbour Grace

Published Aug 25, 20251 minute readThe Kingston wildfire that ignited in Conception Bay North on Aug. 3 continues to be classified out of control. Photo by Contributed /Facebook/ Town of Small Point-BrArticle contentThe provincial government is advising residents who have been evacuated from their homes due to the wildfires that the reception centre at Carbonear Academy will be transitioning to a new location, Splash Centre, 30A Cathedral Street, Harbour Grace, effective Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025.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 contentThe new reception centre will continue to be staffed by Canadian Red Cross, the Salvation Army, government officials and numerous volunteers.Article contentArticle contentThe centre will continue to provide food, refreshments, mental health supports, help with emergency accommodations and other supports to impacted residents who need them.Article contentFor more information, call the Canadian Red Cross 1-800-863-6582.Article contentFor the most up to date information on wildfires, please visit www.gov.nl.ca/alerts and follow the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador on Facebook and on X.Article contentArticle content