The provincial forestry crews are working knocking down a forest fire near the Trans Labrador Highway just east of Churchill Falls.
The fire is burning close to the highway in the are of Jackfish Lake, which includes a number of cabins. It’s about one kilometer from the cabins and 20 meters from the highway. The fire is spread over 6 hectares.
Provincial Fire Duty Officer, Colin Conner says while the fire is relatively small, forecasted weather indicates for the area are high for today and they are taking the fire very seriously.
A 4-person crew is on the ground with water bombers and pumpers.
Courtesy VOCM news.