A major fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta has killed and injured people, Canada’s Defence Minister David McGuinty confirmed, although authorities have not disclosed the casualty figures.
Strong winds reportedly fuelled the blaze, allowing it to spread rapidly and breach the base’s perimeter fencing. Military personnel and local emergency services are working to contain the fire and assess the damage.
Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed concern for those affected, while McGuinty described the situation as serious and still developing.
Authorities have yet to establish the cause of the fire or confirm its full impact on military operations.
