Fire at Canadian military base in Alberta leaves dead and injured
A serious incident at CFB Wainwright caused a major fire, with casualties reported by Canadian officials.
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- A serious incident at CFB Wainwright in Alberta caused a major fire
- Deaths and injuries were confirmed, but exact casualty numbers were not provided
- Strong winds helped the fire spread beyond the base perimeter
- Firefighters from multiple jurisdictions and hospitals in Wainwright and Edmonton responded
- No evacuation order has been issued
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney reported a serious incident at the Wainwright military base in Alberta that caused a large-scale fire and resulted in deaths and injuries.
Defense Minister David McGuinty confirmed casualties and stated that the Royal Canadian Mounted Police is participating in the investigation.
“Our thoughts are with all the brave women and men affected.”
The fire crossed the base perimeter early Saturday and spread rapidly due to strong winds, while firefighters from multiple jurisdictions responded to the scene.
Hospitals in Wainwright and nearby Edmonton faced an extraordinary influx of patients, though authorities said no evacuation order is in effect.
Carney said on social media that his thoughts are with the affected brave women and men, and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith described the fire as significant and tragic.
The base, located about 180 kilometers southeast of Edmonton, hosts the Canadian Manoeuvre Training Centre and the 3rd Canadian Division Training Centre.
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