# CFB Wainwright Fire: Four Killed

> Prime Minister Mark Carney confirms four Canadian Armed Forces members died in a violent fire at CFB Wainwright.
- Title: CFB Wainwright Fire: Four Killed · Nationalpost | Shortify
- Summary: Prime Minister Mark Carney confirms four Canadian Armed Forces members died in a violent fire at CFB Wainwright. A fire at CFB Wainwright killed four…
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## Fire at CFB Wainwright
Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed four Canadian Armed Forces members died and dozens were seriously injured in a violent fire at CFB Wainwright in Alberta.
## Casualty Identification
General Jennie Carignan said they are identifying the deceased and notifying next of kin while casualty processes continue.
## Fire Origin
The fire began during live-fire training when a gas line or well was hit by high winds.
## Casualty Impact
Military crews fought the fire through the night in dangerous conditions to protect fellow Canadians.
## Fire Status
The wildfire south of Wainwright was contained by early Sunday morning with a fire watch in place.
## Key takeaway

A fire at CFB Wainwright killed four soldiers and injured dozens during a live-fire training exercise.