A major fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta killed four soldiers and injured 39, 19 critically. The blaze, now contained, spread rapidly due to strong winds during a live-fire training exercise.
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01Summary
- 01The fire broke out at about 16:00 local time on Saturday at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, Alberta.
- 02Four soldiers were killed: Sgt Morgan Wong, Pte Shaun Farrell, Pte Aidan Goulding and Pte Hayden Lykkemark.
- 0339 people were injured, with 19 in critical condition, and patients overwhelmed local healthcare facilities.
- 04Officials said the fire is not believed to be linked to terrorist activity or oil and gas infrastructure.
- 05Prime Minister Mark Carney described it as one of the worst peacetime tragedies for the Canadian forces on home soil.
02Why it matters
This tragedy highlights the dangers military personnel face during routine training, and the strain on emergency services and hospitals in rural areas when a major incident occurs.
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