Largest wildfire in eastern Newfoundland has destroyed up to 100 homes: officials

A person looks over wildfire smoke low on the horizon over Conception Bay South, N.L. on Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Daly

ST. JOHN'S - Officials say the largest wildfire burning in Newfoundland and Labrador may have destroyed up to 100 homes and structures.

However, Premier John Hogan says it is still too dangerous for crews to access the area and make a comprehensive tally of the damage.

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