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Thousands Evacuate as Wildfires Threaten Fort McMurray and Surrounding Regions

Residents brace for potential devastation as shifting winds and dry conditions fuel the spread of fires across Alberta and British Columbia.

  • Over 6,000 residents of Fort McMurray have been evacuated with more on high alert.
  • Wildfires have consumed over 21,000 hectares, threatening homes and infrastructure.
  • Favorable winds and rain offer some hope but conditions remain volatile.
  • Fort McMurray residents recall the catastrophic 2016 fire as they prepare for the worst.
  • British Columbia and Manitoba also face severe wildfire threats, prompting further evacuations.
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