Jasper wildfire: Residents can’t return home yet as town is ‘not safe,’ officials say

Jasper, Alta., officials provided updates during an in-person briefing on Saturday regarding the wildfire that damaged and destroyed about a third of structures in the historic town. “At this time, it is not possible for residents to return to Jasper to view their property or collect their belongings. The townsite is not safe,” said Christine Nadon, Jasper municipality incident commander.

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