Canada: Major fire reported at military base in Alberta
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said a "serious incident" sparked a major fire at a military base in Alberta. He did not provide details on the cause of the fire or whether anyone was injured.
A major fire erupted at CFB Wainwright, a military base in Alberta, on Saturday, according to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. The fire, described as serious by Carney in a post on X, prompted a response from the federal government as they collaborated closely with Alberta officials and local authorities. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith characterized the incident as significant and tragic, stating that many military personnel are impacted.
However, neither Carney nor Smith disclosed the cause of the fire or any reports of injuries. The fire incident took place just prior to the scheduled October 19 referendum in Alberta, a province rich in oil reserves, where citizens will decide on the process to initiate the separation from the rest of Canada.
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