Gander RCMP investigating storage facility fire, requesting public's assistance

October 16, 2026 - Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador
From: Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP

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Gander RCMP is investigating a fire Thursday morning at a storage facility near Deadman’s Pond, and asking anyone with information to contact police. 

On October 15, shortly after 8:15 a.m, police in Gander received a report that a structure on Circular Road had burned down. Gander RCMP and Gander Fire Rescue were immediately dispatched, and firefighters extinguished the remnants of the fire. 

The storage facility was extensively damaged, however, no one was injured in the fire.

The provincial Fire Commissioner’s Office was engaged and an investigator attended the scene. 

At this time, the cause of the fire remains under investigation. Police are asking any witnesses or anyone with information about this incident to contact Gander RCMP at (709) 256-6841.

To share information anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visiting www.nlcrimestoppers.com or using the P3Tips app.

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