The St. John’s Regional Fire Department wishes to advise all citizens that due to the high fire hazard rating for our Region, as identified by the Province, a fire ban is currently in effect within the Region which includes the City of St. John’s, City of Mount Pearl, and Town of Paradise.

The fire ban will remain in effect until Tuesday, June 3, 2025, and will be re-evaluated on that day. This includes outdoor wood-burning appliances, charcoal BBQs and open fires. Propane firepits and BBQs are permitted.

In the meantime, SJRFD are asking people to be fire safe when using propane firepits and barbeques, to keep a hose or fire extinguisher handy and follow manufacturer’s requirements regarding clearances from combustible materials.

The SJRFD will monitor this situation closely over the next few days and encourages residents to check social media for updates on Facebook at @SJRFD.