Major fire breaks out in Alberta after deadly incident at Canadian military base

An incident at a military base in Alberta, Canada, resulted in a major fire that killed and injured multiple people, overwhelming local healthcare facilities. The Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, near the town of Wainwright with a population of around 7,000, experienced the fire which was fueled by fierce winds.

A doctor at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton reported that a large number of patients were being transported to hospitals in the city, describing the situation as "one in every 15-25 year disaster". The Canadian Armed Forces, alongside the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, were investigating the cause of the fire, which was not linked to terrorism. Several hospitals activated a Code Orange, indicating a state of emergency due to the high number of severely injured patients requiring coordinated medical care.

The fire spread beyond the base, impacting a wide area due to strong winds. Despite an ongoing investigation, the full extent of casualties and the impact was yet to be determined, with authorities urging people to avoid the University of Alberta Hospital's emergency department.