The Town of Gander is advising residents that a Special Public Meeting of Council has been scheduled for Wednesday, June 6th, 2018 at 2:30 pm, Council Chambers. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss Change Order #4-Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The Town of Gander would like to notify residents that there was bear sighting on June 2nd at the Thomas Howe Demonstration Forest.
Residents are reminded to be aware of potential wildlife encounters when walking the forest trails.
Forestry Regulations require ATV's to be fitted with a muffler and a screening or baffling device which prevents the escape of sparks. For more information visit: https://t.co/WZiumGUEXX
Grand Falls-Windsor Fire Training facility is alive with activity today and all week as over 500 firefighters from all across our province take part in over 20 different courses until Friday June 1 for #FEStrainingschool
Council is considering a request from Gander PharmaChoice to setup an expired/unwanted medication collection table at Cobb’s Pond Rotary Park during Gander Day and to advertise it in the Festival flyers.
The Acting Fire Chief presented Council with the statistics for the first quarter of 2018. There were 57 fire calls, including chimney fires, structural fires, investigation only, system malfunctions, motor vehicles accidents, etc.
The Fire Hazard Map is updated daily at approximately 2:30 p.m. To find the fire hazard rating for your region visit: https://t.co/X7Kndiy6T3 #wildfireprevention
Police Week begins today! Thank you to the @RCMPNL & @RNC_PoliceNL for your community work & the valuable relationships with our members throughout the province!
The long-awaited 24th of May weekend is almost upon us & now is an excellent time to freshen up on Motorhome, Camper & Recreational Vehicle Safety as you plan & prepare. Use these tips from the @NFPA to help you get ready for next weekend:
“Police, firefighters, & paramedics are asking drivers to slow down, keep their distance & leave their cell phones alone as they approach an accident scene.” https://t.co/FnD6QRUy0E
Floods are among the most frequent natural disasters in Canada. Make your family more #FloodReady with an emergency plan that includes safe exits, meeting places & emergency contact information.
Make your #EPWeek2018 emergency plan here: https://t.co/PGhkI99gCP
It’s Emergency Preparedness Week. Equip your family with the knowledge and tools to be emergency ready & #FloodReady. The first step is to know the risks specific to your region. Learn about past major flooding events in your area. #EPWeek2018 https://t.co/QQ5Ca0Ea3U