Fast-moving grass fire caused Canada’s military base tragedy

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: October 19, 2026Country: Canada

World / InternationalEnvironment & Climate

Fast-moving grass fire caused Canada’s military base tragedy

A grass fire fanned by strong winds is being blamed for a tragedy at a Canadian military base in Alberta. Four armed service members were killed during a training exercise. Nineteen others were reported to be in critical condition in hospital.

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