Some CBN evacuees allowed to return home

Evacuation orders have been lifted for Salmon Cove, Burnt Point-Gull Island and a portion of Northern Bay. In Northern Bay, areas north of Northern Bay Brook Bridge can return. The rest of Northern Bay remains under an evacuation order.

The area remains under an evacuation alert.

All residents are permitted to return to their properties. Route 70 remains closed between Northern Bay Brook Bridge and Perry’s Cove.

Those requiring transportation will be able to take a bus that will leave from Carbonear Academy.

A Welcome Centre has been set up at the AYLA Centre in Lower Island Cove for residents returning home. The Salvation Army will be on site with their food truck to provide food and refreshments and support persons will be on site to guide and assist returning residents, including mental health supports.

Masks, gloves and garbage bags will be available at the welcome centre to assist residents with the clean-up of their homes. Information will also be available regarding spoiled food disposal, water safety, etc.

Waste disposal bins are located at the entrance of Engine Mill Road, Burnt Point. Residents can dispose of household waste at this location. Items not permitted in waste bins include animal carcasses, yard and construction materials, and hazardous materials.

If residents want to dispose of any appliances, they are asked to drop them to the designated areas near the waste disposal bins. For those that require special assistance, please leave appliances at the end of your property to be collected.

Residents in the area are recommended to not drink, cook, or brush teeth with well water until the well is inspected, disinfected, and tested. 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.

A regional state of emergency remains in place for a portion of the Bay de Verde Peninsula, from Bristol’s Hope to Whiteway.