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CTV News
2 days ago
- Climate
- CTV News
Trails in Fredericton, Saint John closing in response to provincewide fire ban
Odell Park in Fredericton is pictured in an undated photo. (Source: City of Fredericton) In response to the Government of New Brunswick's announcement of an extreme wildfire hazard and the closure of all Crown lands, the cities of Fredericton and Saint John are taking steps to support wildfire prevention. In a news release, the City of Fredericton said it is placing restrictions on trail use at Odell and Killarney Lake parks. 'All trails at Odell and Killarney Lake Park are closed,' states the release. 'The closure does not apply to the beach and lake at Killarney Lake.' The city says all other trails remain open at this time, but the Fredericton Fire Department will continue to monitor conditions and adjust as required. The Fredericton Police Force will also continue to visit known encampment areas to reinforce the importance of the fire ban, says the release. Saint John The City of Saint John says it will be closing all walking and biking trails at Rockwood Park, Tucker Park and Little River Reservoir in response to the provincial burn ban, effective at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 11. 'We understand that this may not be the news some residents want to hear, and we realize it is the height of enjoying summer activities and being outdoors. Our region, and the province, are under the threat of wildfires due to severe dry conditions and keeping our residents, communities, parks, wetlands, and recreational areas safe are most important,' stated the city in a Sunday news release. As an alternative to visiting wooded areas, the city is encouraging residents to head to one of the beaches around Saint John, walk along Harbour Passage or visit one of the splashpads. According to the release, city officials will also be working closely with front-line agencies to ensure encampment residents stay safe and are made aware of the situation. For more New Brunswick news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
Global News
21-06-2025
- General
- Global News
Fredericton's assistant deputy fire chief reflects on 35-year career
David McKinley was 25 years old when he first joined the Fredericton Fire Department in 1990. Now, as he gets set to enter retirement, the assistant deputy chief is reflecting on his 35-year career with the department. Over the decades, he's responded to fires, ice rescues and medical calls. In 2013, he became the assistant deputy chief. It's not a job he took lightly. 'There's a lot of responsibility,' said McKinley. 'The weight of the department is on our shoulders, so it's important that we keep moving forward.' This year, McKinley received the King Charles III Coronation Medal for his service. And he leaves his legacy with dozens of members who weren't even born when he began. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'I have this little saying, work hard, keep your nose clean, stay out of trouble,' he said. Story continues below advertisement It's a legacy fire Chief Dwayne Killingbeck noted at McKinley's retirement reception. 'He leaves [the department] improved down to its very foundation, and he's now entrusting us to carry it on his behalf, and we cannot let him down,' Killingbeck said. Meanwhile, McKinley isn't finished with the Fredericton Fire Department yet — he's turning his gaze to a book chronicling the department's history. He said it will include everything from early equipment to the volunteers and firefighters who kept Fredericton safe over the years. 'It's important to me where we came from and some of the struggles that our firefighters ahead of us had to go through because they worked hard,' he said. And, he has a much more immediate plan, too. 'The first thing I'm going to do is sleep in,' he said. For more on this story, watch the video above.
