The Newfoundland and Labrador government has announced a series of measures aimed at strengthening wildfire suppression capabilities and emergency response resources across Labrador. The announcement was made by Forestry, Agriculture and Lands Minister Pleaman Forsey during a visit to Labrador West, where he was joined by Labrador West MHA Joe Power, Wabush Mayor Gertie Canning and Labrador City Mayor Jordan Brown. As part of the initiative, the province will continue plannin