US EditionWinnipeg preps convention centre with cots for renewed round of wildfire evacuees
NORTHERN SASKATCHEWAN, JUL 15 – Multiple wildfires sparked by lightning have forced evacuations and closure of nearly half of Prince Albert National Park, with 55 wildfires burning across Saskatchewan, officials said.
- On Monday, Manitoba prepared shelters including Winnipeg's convention centre to accommodate thousands of evacuees fleeing wildfires in Saskatchewan and nearby areas.
- The wildfires stemmed from multiple causes and conditions, with lightning igniting numerous blazes and dry tinder fueling rapid spread across the region.
- Prince Albert National Park saw 55 active fires prompting a wildfire emergency alert and a pre-evacuation order for Montreal Lake Cree Nation on Sunday due to smoke and risk.
- Beauval is nearly surrounded by the Muskeg fire burning on three sides with flare-ups ongoing, while firefighters, bulldozers, and helicopters actively combat the fire amid shifting winds.
- More than 12,000 residents have evacuated as officials warn conditions remain dangerous and unpredictable, emphasizing that rain is the only way to control the fire.
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Winnipeg preps convention centre with cots for renewed round of wildfire evacuees
WINNIPEG — The city of Winnipeg is prepping its downtown convention centre to be used as a shelter to handle renewed demand for those fleeing wildfires. Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew posted a short video on his social media account setting up cots in the cavernous space. More than 12,000 residents have been forced to leave […]
Fires force Manitoba to prep for evacuees, bring alert to jewel Saskatchewan park - The Turtle Island News
By Steve Lambert Manitoba prepared Monday to find shelter for thousands more potential wildfire evacuees while in neighbouring Saskatchewan, out-of-control blazes shut down close to half of Prince Albert National Park, the province’s crown jewel summer destination. Manitoba officials said Monday about 1,300 fire refugees are staying at two congregate shelters in Winnipeg. Other shelters were set to open to provide space if necessary for 7,000 mo…
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