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First Nations in northern Manitoba send residents south due to wildfire smoke

Three First Nations in northern Manitoba have sent hundreds of vulnerable residents south because of wildfire smoke.

By Jason Contant | July 30, 2024

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Jasper wildfire could become one of the costliest on record, report shows

The Jasper wildfires could cause up to $700 million in insured damages, with extra claims from business interruption costs.

By Alyssa DiSabatino | July 29, 2024

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Wildfire situation in Slocan Valley suffers setback as cold front chills fire crews’ efforts

The wildfire situation in the Slocan Valley has gone from bad to worse as a cold front moving through the region brought high winds, fanning the flames and causing significant wildfire growth, a Southeast Fire Centre official stated Thursday night. In an online media availability session — hosted by the Regional District of Central Kootenay […]

By Alyssa DiSabatino | July 26, 2024

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Three tornadoes likely hit Quebec, uprooting trees and damaging infrastructure

At least one tornado is confirmed to have hit Quebec and it appears two others also touched down in the province on Wednesday.

By Jason Contant | July 25, 2024

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