Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations in Nova Scotia, Emergency Declared

Halifax declared a state of local emergency due to wildfires causing evacuations and power outages.
Thousands of residents have evacuated due to raging wildfires that have burned over 25,000 acres and destroyed multiple buildings.
Wildfires have caused power outages, destroyed homes, and forced thousands of residents to evacuate.
Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston announced that every household required to evacuate will receive $500 administered through the Canadian Red Cross to help with urgent needs such as food and personal care items.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called the wildfires "incredibly serious" and said that federal support and assistance will be provided if needed.