Today will be quite different across the Island. Rain is expected across the province with about 10 mm expected along the west coast, south coast, and central. Rainfall amounts of 5 mm are expected. Highs will be from 13 to 20. In the Labrador City area, some showers are expected this afternoon, and there is a risk of thunderstorms. In Churchill Falls, it will be cloudy. Smoke is expected in both areas. There is a risk of showers in Happy Valley-Goose Bay and a mix of sun and

A fire ban has been declared for Labrador due to extensive wildfire activity, as well as elevated Fire Weather Index ratings in the region. The ban is effective immediately and will be in effect until July 13. Permits to burn grass, brush or other materials are cancelled and fireworks and sky lanterns are banned. Wood-fueled fires are not permitted on forest land, within 300 metres of forest land, or on land that contains flammable vegetation during a fire ban. Forest land in

The Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands has updated the fire hazard rating for the St. John's Metro region. The rating is now "high," which means fireworks are prohibited. This includes consumer fireworks. When the fire danger is high, permits to burn brush and other materials are suspended. Outdoor fires, such as campfires, are permitted with conditions. Activities on forested land should be conducted with extreme caution. Use of fireworks and sky lanterns is banne