Residents of another community in Conception Bay North are finally allowed back home after more than three weeks.
The evacuation alert for Perry’s Cove was lifted today, just one day after residents of Salmon Cove, Gull Island, Burnt Point and part of Northern Bay were given the go ahead to return.
The main highway between Perry’s Cove and Northern Bay remains closed.
The fire fighting effort continues.
Reception Centre open
Residents of Perry’s Cove will be provided masks, gloves, cleaning wipes, water testing kits and garbage bags at Carbonear Academy, 88 Valley Road, to assist them with the clean-up of their homes. Those returning home will also be provided a copy of: Returning Home Safely After a Wildfire, a detailed guide for residents returning to their homes after being evacuated due to a wildfire.
Residents of Perry’s Cove can still avail of the supports that have been provided to them at the Carbonear Academy.
Garbage Disposal/Appliances
Waste disposal bins will be located next to the pickle factory on the main road for disposal of household waste including spoiled food.
Certain items are not allowed in the bins, including animal carcasses, yard or construction materials.
appliances and hazardous waste. .
Appliance disposal
If residents want to dispose of any appliances (i.e. fridges, freezers. etc.), there are areas next to the waste disposal bins identified as a drop off location for spoiled appliances. Spoiled appliances MUST be emptied of all contents prior to drop-off at the disposal site. Appliances with contents will NOT be accepted.
For those that may require special assistance, please leave appliances at the end of your property to be collected.
Water
Residents in Perry’s Cove are asked NOT to drink, cook, or brush teeth with well water until the well is inspected, disinfected, and tested. Chemical and bacterial testing is recommended.
To arrange for chemical well testing contact the Department of Environment and Climate Change at groundwatersection@gov.nl.ca, 709-729-2539 or 709-729-1671. To arrange bacterial testing, please contact the local Government Service Centre at 709-786-5015
Safe alternate sources of water for drinking, cooking and consumption should be used until water testing shows satisfactory results.
Bottled water or sources known to be safe would be acceptable. Household water can still be used for washing, cleaning, and other household uses. Alternate water sources should be used for bathing or showering if the water has an odd appearance or odour.
Questions related to Water Resources can be directed to: water@gov.nl.ca.
