Nova Scotia Buzz
The Halifax Regional Municipality has issued a statement notifying residents that approximately 200 homes or structures have suffered damage as a result of the ongoing fires. However, a comprehensive assessment of the total damage has yet to be confirmed, as the figures are currently based on initial visual inspections conducted by first responders.
In response to the situation, the municipality has reached out to the Insurance Bureau of Canada for assistance. Representatives from the bureau will be present at the evacuation center located at the Canada Games Centre on Tuesday, May 30, to address the concerns of affected residents. Furthermore, future opportunities will be available in the coming days for residents to meet with insurance representatives.
A local state of emergency remains in effect for the area affected by wildfires.
As of Monday May 29 at 7:40 PM, the wildfire, estimated to cover 788.3 hectares, is out of control. Resources on scene include: 170 firefighters from Halifax, 32 DNRR staff, three helicopters and one waterbomber from Newfoundland and Labrador. Additional DNRR crews are returning from Northwest Territories to assist.
