Growth returning to West Dalhousie
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Fatal ATV Crash in Deep Brook
Annapolis County District RCMP is investigating a fatal ATV crash that occurred in Deep Brook. On September 30 at approximately 11:10 p.m., Annapolis County District RCMP responded to a report of an abandoned ATV on Hwy. 101 on the east side of the Bear River bridge. Officers searched the area and no one was initially […]
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Fire in Annapolis County quickly brought under control
Annapolis Royal Firefighters with mutual aid assistance from Bear River responded to a smoke sighting shortly before 5PM this evening in Clementsport. Crews arrived on scene to a small working Wildfire which covered an area approximately half an acre. The fire has been surrounded with hose lines and is considered contained. Crews are still working […]
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West Dalhousie Wildfire now “Under Control”
Today marks *46 days since the West Dalhousie / Long Lake Wildfire was reported and is now classified as “Under Control.” From the province: The Long Lake wildfires complex is now under control. This is a key milestone in any wildfire. Under control means the fire is responding well to suppression efforts. It is not […]
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Smoke impacting the Annapolis Valley from West Dalhousie Wildfire
Many residents across the Annapolis Valley may be experiencing the smell of smoke or smoke in their areas due to the wildfire in West Dalhousie. The Long Lake wildfire is still “Being held” at an estimated 8,468 hectares. Crews continue to work on hot spots that pop up due to the dry conditions. Resources available today include […]
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Historic fire response for Long Lake Wildfire in West Dalhousie
Across the Annapolis Valley, our volunteer fire departments are the backbone to our communities, and we know they will always be there when they are called, no matter where they are needed. The Long Lake Wildfire in West Dalhousie proved just that. While it may not be historic in size, it has certainly been historic […]
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West Dalhousie Wildfire daily update
The Long Lake wildfires complex is being held at an estimated 8468 hectares. No new reports of damage. Smoky conditions continue in the Annapolis County area. Infrared camera scans continue to show good progress but also show sizeable hot spots that will take time to put out. Barricades are in place around the active wildfire […]
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West Dalhousie Wildfire update
The West Dalhousie Long Lake wildfire remains as “Being held” at an estimated 8,468 hectares. There have been no new reports of damage. All remaining evacuees can return home today, although roads in the area are not open to the general public because it is still active wildfire zone. High winds and dry conditions today; […]
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West Dalhousie closed to the public
Public Notice – West Dalhousie Re-Entry Re-entry into the evacuated area of West Dalhousie is now open for residents only. We understand some residents may wish to bring in family, friends, or outside help for cleanup. At this time, access remains restricted to residents only. Roads into the area remain closed to the general public. […]
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Evacuees set to return home to West Dalhousie
Today marks 39 days since wildfires in West Dalhousie were reported, following lightning that was impacting the Annapolis Valley and the immediate area. It was 38 days ago today, that many immediate residents in the West Dalhousie community were evacuated, not realizing the extent of the evacuation. Many who are able to return to […]
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