Published Oct 24, 20251 minute readDrivers in the Northern Peninsula are being reminded to stay on the lookout for caribou when traveling on the roadways between St. Anthony Airport and Eddies Cove as well as between St. Anthony Airport and the Town of Main Brook. File Photo by Contributed /THE TELEGRAMArticle contentMotorists on the Northern Peninsula are advised to use extreme caution on the roadway between Eddies Cove East, Cooks Harbour and the St. Anthony Airport, as well as St. Anthony to Main Brook (Routes 430 and 432).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 contentA large portion of the St. Anthony caribou herd overwinters in this area.Article contentArticle contentRecent observations indicate a significant number of animals using the roads at these locations. As winter approaches, more animals will be attracted to road salt on the roads, further increasing their vulnerability to traffic collisions.Article contentMotorists in all areas of the province are reminded to: scan both sides of the highway and encourage passengers to watch for caribou; pay attention to caribou warning signs; avoid driving at dusk and dawn when caribou are more common near highways; and reduce speeds when driving at night when caribou are more difficult to see.Article contentFor information, contact Wildlife Division at 709-637-2025.Article contentArticle content
Motorists reminded to watch for caribou on Northern Peninsula roads
