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The Emergency Services Division is responsible for the development and maintenance of effective provincial emergency preparedness, response and recovery measures with a view to mitigating the loss or injury to persons or property caused by actual or imminent emergencies and disasters in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Latest News | Justice and Public Safety
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- December 18, 2023
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Public Advisory: Adverse Weather Conditions Anticipated
The Provincial Government is monitoring forecast information on an approaching weather system that has the potential to bring very significant rainfall amounts to southwest and western Newfoundland. This includes the potential for more than 200 millimetres of rain from Cape Ray to François in the coming days (December 19-21).
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- July 21, 2023
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Public Advisory: Adverse Weather Conditions Anticipated
The Provincial Government is monitoring forecast information on an approaching weather system anticipated to bring significant rain to parts of the southwest coast of the island this weekend (July 22 - 23).
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- June 16, 2023
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Public Advisory: Update on Hurricane Fiona Relief Efforts
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador continues to support residents impacted by Hurricane Fiona.
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- May 10, 2023
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Public Advisory: National Test of Alert Ready to Take Place Today
Newfoundland and Labrador will issue a test message of the national emergency alerting system, Alert Ready, today (Wednesday, May 10) at 10:55 a.m. (NDT) and 10:25 a.m. in most of Labrador (ADT). Residents need not take any action when receiving this test message.
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- May 9, 2023
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Minister Hogan Encourages Residents to Be Prepared
Speaker, this is Emergency Preparedness Week, a time dedicated to encouraging residents to take action in order to be better prepared to protect themselves, their families and their communities during an emergency.
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- May 9, 2023
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Public Advisory: National Test of Alert Ready to Take Place Tomorrow
Tomorrow (Wednesday, May 10), provincial and territorial emergency management organizations will be issuing public test messages through Alert Ready, the national emergency alerting system. Newfoundland and Labrador will issue one test message to be distributed over television, radio and to compatible wireless devices at 10:55 a.m. (NDT) and 10:25 a.m. in most of Labrador (ADT).
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- February 3, 2023
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Public Advisory: Adverse Weather Conditions Anticipated
Heavy snowfall and high winds are anticipated to begin this evening (Friday, February 3, 2023) and persist through the weekend.
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- January 25, 2023
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Public Advisory: Deadline for Disaster Financial Assistance Funding for Hurricane Fiona
The Department of Justice and Public Safety is reminding the public of the approaching deadline to apply for assistance under the Newfoundland and Labrador Disaster Financial Assistance Program.
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- January 12, 2023
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Public Advisory: Adverse Weather Conditions Anticipated
The Provincial Government is monitoring forecasts on an approaching weather system that is anticipated to affect much of the province Friday through Sunday (January 13 to January 15).
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- January 9, 2023
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Public Advisory: Adverse Weather Conditions Anticipated
Heavy snowfall and high winds are forecast to begin early tomorrow morning (January 10), and will continue into tomorrow evening.
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- December 30, 2022
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Public Advisory: ‘Tis the Season to Practice Fire Safety
If your plans this New Year’s Eve include fireworks, the Department of Justice and Public Safety has some tips to protect you and your family.
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- December 23, 2022
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Public Advisory: ‘Tis the Season to Practice Fire Safety
The Department of Justice and Public Safety continues its ‘Tis the Season to Practice Fire Safety campaign, providing tips on how to protect yourself and your family this holiday season.
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- December 16, 2022
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Public Advisory: ‘Tis the Season to Practice Fire Safety
The Department of Justice and Public Safety is providing tips on how to protect yourself and your family this holiday season through its ‘Tis the Season to Practice Fire Safety campaign.
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- December 16, 2022
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Public Advisory: Update on Hurricane Fiona Relief Efforts
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador continues to support residents impacted by Hurricane Fiona.
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- December 9, 2022
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Public Advisory: ‘Tis the Season to Practice Fire Safety
The Department of Justice and Public Safety continues its ‘Tis the Season to Practice Fire Safety campaign providing tips on how to protect yourself and your family this holiday season.