Heavy winds damage arena in Port aux Basques, knock out power for thousands
Monday’s windstorm has damaged the roof of the Bruce II Sports Centre in Port aux Basques.
Video posted on Facebook by Samantha Allen shows the roof flapping in the wind. The town council also issued a notice about the damage on Facebook.
“We know how important the Bruce II Sports Centre is to our community,” the council posted. “For many people, it’s more than just a facility — it’s where our kids play, volunteers give their time, teams come together, and countless community memories are made.
“The Town has been in contact with our insurance provider, and arrangements are already in place for a crew to be on site tomorrow to assess the damage and begin moving repairs forward. This is a positive step. Full assessments are still ongoing, and safety remains the priority, so the building will remain closed until inspections are complete.”
Newfoundland Power and Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro are also reporting power outages for thousands of people across the province.