Deadly fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright
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Canadian Armed Forces
CFB Wainwright, Alberta, Canada
October 17, 2026
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A grass fire at CFB Wainwright resulted in at least four deaths and 19 people in critical condition. The fire was fueled by high winds and spread rapidly through the training area. Prime Minister Mark Carney has declared the event a national tragedy.
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