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It’s almost been one year since the wildfire tore through the community of West Dalhousie, leaving many without a place to return to. A unique program in Nova Scotia that is providing opportunities for individuals, is also getting a handful of West Dalhousie residents, that lost their homes, a new place to live. More information […]
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Firefighters volunteer for their community, we look to them when things go wrong. When the tones go off, they don’t hesitate to drop what they’re doing and be there, no matter the call. On Thursday, May 21st, Annapolis Royal Firefighters were actively assisting with an ongoing incident, when they noticed heavy smoke from the Annapolis […]
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On May 28th, two unprecedented wildfires erupted in Nova Scotia and my paths crossed with the fire in Halifax County. Thousands of residents were forced to flee as a wall of fire tore through the core of Hammonds Plains. I managed to help two occupants from their burning vehicle and get them to safety. I […]
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From Department of Natural Resources: The Long Lake wildfire in West Dalhousie, which began in summer 2025, is now considered extinguished after the completion of recent aerial hot spot scanning. Thank you to DNR crews, volunteer fire departments, and all partners who helped manage this wildfire.
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It’s quite breathtaking to look through a forest of charred trees that still stand, covered in a dusting of snow. That brief moment of calm sinks in but it doesnt last for long. Standing along Morse Road is almost like relieving the chaos that consumed the small community of West Dalhousie during the month of […]
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Huge thank you goes out to all those who purchased calendars for 2026! Today, I was able to deliver a cheque for $2000.00 to president, Jonathan Gillis, with West Dalhousie Community Hall. This donation would not have been possible without the support of all those who have followed this page over the years and purchased […]
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It’s unbelievable to see the power of mother nature and how lucky we are. The following two pictures were taken near the entrance to the fire road, where fire crews were accessing the fire that broke out in Lake George on September 28th. One photo is before and the other is after. October 19th, 2025, […]
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The Lake George wildfire is now classified as under control ✅ That means the fire is responding well to suppression efforts and is not expected to grow beyond the current estimated 288 hectares. DNR anticipates extinguishing the fire before winter conditions arrive. To date no structures were damaged and all evacuees have been able to […]
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West Dalhousie 🌱❤️ Adrian J.
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The Lake George wildfire is being held at an estimated 288 hectares and all evacuees are able to return home today. While crews continue working to get the fire under control, there is low risk homes and other structures in the area. With this shift, this will be our last daily update on the Lake […]
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