Forest Fires in Eastern Canada "Under Control"

Canadian authorities announced yesterday, Saturday, that the forest fire in northeastern Canada, which forced more than 9,000 people to leave their homes a week ago, is now under control, allowing residents to start returning home. Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Andrew Furey told reporters that the danger to the towns of Labrador City and Wabush has now become "very low." He said, "We can breathe a sigh of relief here once again. As a result, we are in a position to partially lift the evacuation order," which he referred to as "the largest evacuation in the province's history." Currently, only essential workers, such as hospital employees, supermarket workers, and government staff, will be allowed to return to prepare for residents' return starting Monday, according to Furey. The evacuation process was difficult, as residents of this remote area had to travel 500 kilometers to reach safe places via the only available road.