Major fire at Canada military base leaves four dead, dozens injured
Prime Minister Carney said military and emergency crews fought the flames throughout the night in "some of the worst conditions imaginable".
A major fire broke out at the Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in the province of Alberta on Saturday, resulting in the deaths of four military personnel and injuries to dozens of others. Prime Minister Mark Carney described this as one of the worst tragedies for the Canadian military on home soil during peacetime. The cause of the fire remains unclear, but officials have ruled out any terrorist involvement.
The base, known for its live-fire training exercises, was hosting infantry personnel conducting high-intensity combat training with live munitions at the time of the incident. Strong winds exacerbated the fire's spread, shifting its direction toward the training range. At least 19 of the 39 injured individuals are in critical condition, with patients being treated at hospitals across Alberta.
Emergency services from Edmonton, Saskatoon, and Calgary have been deployed to support the ongoing rescue and recovery efforts.
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- Major fire at Canada military base leaves four dead, dozens injured bbc.co.uk
