The Guardian
Multiple people killed in fire at Canada's CFB Wainwright
Canada's defence minister David McGuinty said a fire at CFB Wainwright in Alberta killed multiple people and injured others. Hospitals have received injured patients. The base is among Canada's busiest military training sites. He said high winds had intensified the blaze, which remained active and was being closely monitored.

What to know
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Defence minister David McGuinty confirmed deaths and injuries from the fire at the base.
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Strong winds aggravated the blaze, which remained active and under close observation.
Why it matters
The incident involves one of Canada's busiest military training bases, with casualties reported while the fire remains active.
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