RE: LeoThread 2025-06-20 15:45

#newfoundland

The Newfoundland and Labrador government lifted the evacuation order for Badger on Friday afternoon, allowing residents to return home for the first time since fleeing a wildfire on Wednesday.

Premier John Hogan made the announcement while talking to reporters Wednesday afternoon. The decision was made in consultation fire behaviour specialists in the province.

"We're in a position where we're comfortable with the fire, if you're familiar with the area, it won't jump the river toward Badger," Hogan said. "We're very fortunate that the houses and the structures weren't damaged in this fire. So it's a good day."