Patrols of the evacuated zones by RCMP officers on ATVs continue, with support from Conservation Officers from Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture Enforcement NL. Photo by Contributed /THE TELEGRAMArticle contentAfter an appeal for public assistance, the operators of two all-terrain vehicles captured travelling in a mandatory evacuation zone have been identified by RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador.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 operators of two all-terrain vehicles were seen travelling in a mandatory evacuation zone.Article contentArticle contentOne of the operators came forward and identified themself to police, and the other was identified with the help of the public.Article contentArticle contentAn investigation is ongoing, and will determine if charges under the Emergency Services Act are appropriate.Article contentPatrols of the evacuated zones by RCMP officers on ATVs continue, with support from Conservation Officers from Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture Enforcement NL. Over 200 properties in the evacuation area were checked by police and partners on Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025 and no unauthorized personnel were observed breaching the mandatory evacuation order.Article content Patrols of the evacuated zones by RCMP officers on ATVs continue, with support from Conservation Officers from Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture Enforcement NL. Photo by Contributed /THE TELEGRAMArticle contentRCMP NL reminds residents that failure to comply with an evacuation order — including unauthorized access of a mandatory evacuation area — is an offence under the Emergency Services Act. Officers are issuing summary offence tickets to those who enter an evacuation zone without prior authorization from the Provincial Emergency Operation Centre.Article contentEvacuation orders remain in place in Western Bay, Ochre Pit Cove and a portion of Northern Bay. For the most up to date information, please visit gov.nl.ca/alerts.Article contentTo report suspicious or criminal activity, or unauthorized access of an evacuation zone, please contact Harbour Grace RCMP at 709-596-5014.Article contentRCMP Newfoundland and Labrador continues to thank our communities for their support, patience, and co-operation during these relief efforts.Article content
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