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Canada Military Base Fire Claims Four Lives
Canadian military base fire kills four, leaves 39 hospitalized in critical condition.
In brief
Canadian military base fire kills four, leaves 39 hospitalized in critical condition. A fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright killed four service members and hospitalized 39, including 19 in critical condition. Originally reported by France24.
Fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright
A fire broke out Saturday during military training at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, killing four service members and hospitalizing 39 people.
Four Service Members Killed
Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed four service members died in the fire, which occurred during military training at the base.
39 Hospitalized Including 19 Critical
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith reported 39 people hospitalized, with at least 19 in critical condition after the fire.
Patients Transferred to Four Hospitals
Patients were transferred from Canadian Forces Base Wainwright to four hospitals across Alberta: two in Edmonton, one in Red Deer, and one in Calgary.
Critical Condition Patients
Some patients suffered severe burns and could face weeks or months of intensive treatment due to the fire.
Fire Cause Under Investigation
The Canadian military said there were no indications the fire was terrorism, but the cause remained under investigation.
Families Notified
Prime Minister Mark Carney said families of the four service members killed had been notified by Sunday.
Emergency Response
The response involved 22 ground ambulances, six airplanes, two helicopters, and assistance from neighboring Saskatchewan.
Wainwright Hospital Overwhelmed
Dr. Warren Thirsk said the city of Edmonton’s healthcare facilities were overwhelmed by the number of patients, calling it a one in every 15- to 25-year disaster.
Military Training Base
CFB Wainwright is one of Canada’s busiest military training bases, home to the Canadian Maneuver Training Center and the 3rd Canadian Division Training Centre.
The short version
A fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright killed four service members and hospitalized 39, including 19 in critical condition.
