Park damaged in Fort McMurray fire closes early after trees toppled
The province says wet conditions this summer combined with fire-damaged soils caused the trees to fall, even in moderate winds. Continue reading
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Fort McMurray wildfire highlights animal care gaps during natural disasters
From communication issues to struggling to obtain vet records and caring for exotic animals, a Calgary researcher says the Fort McMurray wildfire showed how pets are often overlooked in disaster planning. Continue reading
Walmart fined $20K for selling contaminated food after Fort McMurray wildfire
Walmart Canada has been ordered to pay a $20,000 fine for selling contaminated food after a devastating wildfire in Fort McMurray, Alta. two years ago. Continue reading
California’s Mendocino Complex fire leaves a scar bigger than many cities
Firefighters have contained California’s record-setting Mendocino Complex Fire, which burned across an area far larger than most major cities in Canada and the United States. Continue reading
Explosion at downtown Fort McMurray strip mall result of suspected arson: RCMP
Wood Buffalo RCMP are asking for the public’s help as they investigate a structure fire and explosion in downtown Fort McMurray early Friday morning. Continue reading
WATCH: Security video shows explosion at downtown Fort McMurray strip mall
By Kim Smith Reporter
A dollar store in Fort McMurray, damaged in the May 2016 wildfires, is once again closed for repairs following a fire at the business next door. Continue reading
Fort McMurray embraces plan to bolster wildfire prevention in region
Lawmakers in Fort McMurray have approved a plan to help prevent destructive wildfires such as the one that ravaged the community in 2016. Continue reading
Man who lost home in Fort McMurray wildfire wins big in charity lottery
A man who lost his home in the Fort McMurray wildfire is the lucky winner of a Maserati and a downtown condo in Edmonton, thanks to Full House Lottery’s early bird draw. Continue reading
Documentary recognizes RCMP efforts during Fort McMurray wildfire: ‘We should have been terrified’
A documentary released Wednesday includes never-before-seen video and photos of the heroic efforts displayed by RCMP members during the Fort McMurray wildfire. Continue reading
More tax relief available for homeowners affected by Fort McMurray wildfire
In total, the provincial government has given $743 million to help the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo rebuild after the fire. Continue reading