N.L. has plans for make Gander a centre of excellence in wildfire prevention

CBC Newfoundland Morning

As wildfires become more and more common, Newfoundland and Labrador needs to become more equipped to handle them. Premier Andrew Furey has plans for a Forest Fire Centre of excellence to be established in Gander, which the province hopes will be a collaboration between all Atlantic provinces to handle rising wildfires. CBC’s Amy Feehan spoke with Gerry Bryne, the minister of fisheries, forestry and agriculture.